While much of the country was in a deep freeze, these guys were reflecting on finding food in the water. Hopefully, you’ll enjoy this bit of warmth. All images from Grissom Memorial Wetlands, also called Viera Wetlands, or more prosaically, the South Central Brevard Wastewater Treatment facility. The birds come whatever the name of the place. The first image is a tiny fellow just popping out of swimming underwater—the Pied-billed Grebe.
Pied-billed Grebe
Nearby was a solitary figure, the Little Blue Heron looking to capture a snack, or possibly just admiring its gorgeous plumage.
Little Blue Heron
Across the water was little blue’s big cousin a Great Blue Heron finding a nice frame to look statuesque.
Great Blue Heron framed by Pickerel Weed
The last bit of sun caught this trio of a White Ibis, Glossy Ibis, and an American Coot.
Sunset Trio