LUNCH TIME - (Egretta garzetta)

LUNCH TIME. This heron (Egretta garzetta) managed to capture a large fish (Sea bass), for a long time he tried to turn it over to swallow on the side of the head. The fish tried to defend itself by spreading the spines but in the end the heron after a long battle managed to eat it. Nikon D 500, Sigma supertele 300-800mm, f / 5.6, 1/1000 sec, ISO 560. Thanks for your comments

Hi Giangiorgio, Thank you very much for the explanation. Without it I would be wary about the heron. I am glad it had a happy ending.

A stunning shot, Giangiorgio! Your elegant heron during meals looks funny. It's hard to imagine it was able to swallow this prickly fish. Bravo! Sincerely, Tatiana

Excellent light and details, well composed.

Thank you Chris for your appreciated comment

Thanks for your description Giangiorgio. It is quite amazing it was able do dine on something that large. It's an excellent exposure and capture......Lee

Thanks Tatiana for your nice comment, I was also doubtful that the heron could swallow that big fish

Thank you Lee for your beautiful appreciated comment

Thank you Andrew for your beautiful comment, I have problems uploading photo.net this week

I do love sashimi! I’m sure the bird would rather you used a more flattering photo but this one is so alive! Great photo!

Warren thank you for your visit, I am glad you liked it

Ciao Giangiorgio: This is, by all means, a winner. Magnificent sharpness and clarity of this aspect of the dramas of Life. Powerful. Grabbing. Impressive. Just great! Into my favorites immediately. Regards. DG

Thanks a lot Daniel for your beautiful appreciated comment

What a mouthful ! LOL...Great shot, Giangiorgio. Bill Neubaum

Thanks Bill for your appreciated comment

I have never seen a heron with this much of a mouthful! I see expressions of anguish and determination, all while trying to maintain a demeanor of calm composure. Nice emotive capture!

Thanks a lot Jack for your visit and beautiful appreciated comment

WoW!!!! I am speechless!!! Now I want to eat some fried fish!!! ;) Ciaoooo

Tony even I was amazed how he managed to swallow it