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Grey heron (Ardea cinerea) on ice, feeding on fish fed to it by visitors, River Tame
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Grey heron (Ardea cinerea) on ice, feeding on fish fed to it by visitors, River Tame
Grey heron (Ardea cinerea) on ice, feeding on fish fed to it by visitors, River Tame, Reddish Vale Country Park, Stockport, Greater Manchester, UK, December 2010
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naturepl.com / : Terry Whittaker / 2020VISION
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Feathered Fishmonger - Grey Heron Takes Advantage of Winter Buffet!
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. In this snapshot captured by Terry Whittaker, a cheeky grey heron (Ardea cinerea) takes center stage on a frozen River Tame in Reddish Vale Country Park, Greater Manchester. The mischievous bird has discovered an ingenious way to satisfy its appetite during the chilly winter months. As visitors flock to the park, they unwittingly become participants in this avian spectacle. Armed with buckets of fish and fueled by their admiration for these elegant creatures, they generously offer up a feast fit for royalty. With ice as its dining table and mist as its backdrop, our feathered protagonist happily indulges in the bountiful buffet laid before it. The image perfectly captures the unique bond between humans and wildlife within urban landscapes. It showcases how even amidst concrete jungles like Stockport's cityscape, nature finds ways to thrive and adapt. This resourceful heron reminds us that life is full of surprises if we keep our eyes open. So next time you find yourself strolling through Reddish Vale Country Park or any other natural haven near you, be prepared for unexpected encounters with Mother Nature's finest residents. And who knows? You might just witness another unforgettable moment where animals take advantage of human generosity – all while leaving you awestruck and inspired!
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