Shrimping

If you are new to our world of raptors, you know we are sticklers about using the term raptor correctly. Many people use the term "bird of prey" interchangeably with the word "raptor". Technically, this is imprecise. This video illustrates a heron hunting prey, but with a long, dagger-like beak. Raptors have hooked beaks because they hunt with powerful feet, tipped with sharp, gripping talons.
This tricolored heron, Egretta tricolor, (previously known as the Louisiana heron) is in beautiful breeding plumage and colors. The cobalt beak just radiates readiness to create a family. Enjoy the footage of this bird of prey skillfully catching live food even in very stormy conditions and murky water.

[@Susan1843]

What a fabulous example of the heron repositioning the fish so he could swallow it! Great video!!!

[@RaptorEducationFoundation]

Glad you enjoyed it