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Heron dance on beach

Bird watchers and nature lovers have been enjoying the return of the herons to the Okanagan.

Elizabeth Kozub captured this one on camera at Kin Beach in Vernon Sunday, "this guy was down at the end of Kin beach yesterday. He was so entertaining. I sat and watched him for about an hour. So clumsy but graceful at the same time. He would just up and do these moves and then stand still for a while. It was so awesome, I thought you might enjoy them."

Herons, their nests and eggs are protected under the British Columbia Wildlife Act.

Herons patiently wade in calm, shallow waters for fish, frogs, salamanders, snakes, large insects. they can also be seen foraging in meadows and fields for mice and voles. They use their long, powerful neck and bill to grab their prey.



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