Red Fox and Great Blue Heron

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. Maryland. I think I would put my money on the GBH...

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Hard-Rain says:

This is a different fox seen on my drive to the refuge. 5:00 am and sun not up yet.

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UGArdener says:

Amazing picture!
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D_C_D says:

Having seen a GBH spear a fish, I'd agree. But its eggs belong to the fox. Cool series.
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Jennifer Schlick says:

Whoa... Very cool capture. YOu always seem to be in the right place at the right time.
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zen granny says:

Incredible!
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rivadock4 says:

That spear is a dangerous thing. You got very close to the fox.
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rowrlm says:

What a truly amazing series of shots! My vote is on the GBH! Have a great day!
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vzonabaxter says:

Either one of these alone is a great capture....here you get both in one shot. A two-fer-one!!
Absolutely brilliant!
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smiles7 says:

Most impressive.
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Summer-Solstice says:

I love the main photo but the close-up shots of the fox are amazing!
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Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Animal Encounter Gateway, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Glimpses of fox life.

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joanmazza says:

Oh, my. Gorgeous photos. How lucky to see these. Or maybe you're just more patient than I.
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pinoyphotog says:

What a beautiful, rare catch!
Any photo of the encounter's aftermath?
(if any did occur)

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yeimaya says:

ditto!! I always want to know what happened next!

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emace says:

Dude! What I wouldn't give for some fox pics like these. Excellent captures - all of 'em!

PS I've got $100 bucks on the bird. Factor in the 18" knife on its face, the reach of that neck, and the ability to fly and fox should just head for the weeds.

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BN SINGH says:

Great shot
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backroadshutterbug says:

Great series of shots.
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Skipbro says:

Great shot. The lighting is perfect. No problem for the GBH and he knows it.
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linniem says:

What a stand-off!! That fox needs to turn and run!!
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souljourner says:

Amazing, I love it!
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sebboh says:

wow, great catch
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Dandelion Tea Photography says:

Fantastic catching and wonderful image.

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violetflm says:

wow, amazing photos as always! Two foxes, what a treat, I have yet to see a fox!
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licensetoshoot says:

no way... very cool!
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travlinman43 says:

Outstanding capture
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Rhode2Boston says:

AWESOME! Wow, those two in the same frame!
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pbr-angel says:

Love them all! You always amaze and inspire me!
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rattlinantler says:

Great comment photos on the red. I like the fox's expression on the Main shot as the heron takes flight. I have a nest of Fox near my home, but never have good light when they are out!
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quietnature says:

As always, WOW!
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Hard-Rain says:

@rattlinantler - I have never seen a Red Fox in Illinois (20+ years now). I found what I suspect to be a fox den at Springbrook Prairie. I see fox often when I leave the state. I have read that the coyotes have displaced many fox. Also, the GBH was landing for this shot. I was taking shots of the fox when this guy flew into view.
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Sun~Lover says:

I love the GBH and fox shot...how great was that to get both at once! I have heard 2 red fox were spotted near west st and the garden plots in Naperville around 1 PM in the afternoon!!!!
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venkyr says:

Wow! Reminds me of Snake in the Eagle's Shadow!

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Jean Van Holen says:

Great picture !
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Joan M says:

Amazing captures - as always.

There just arent as many fox around as there used to be. I see some around central Illinois, but not as many there either.
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sully5604 says:

Wow! That's amazing! Great shot of two beautiful animals. I love your photos... and to think these are in my "neighborhood."
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C Griffith says:

Holy sweetness! This is straight out of a fable, I am sure of it. Maybe they are meeting to write a new story? Hmm... or for the fox's dinner..
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Ted Bell says:

wow. nice capture indeed. great closeups of the fox as well.
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Tatrattery-Happy Holidays! says:

This is fantastic!!!
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matt knoth says:

dude.
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paulv2c "Still Recuperating" says:

I go with the Blue Heron also. Serendipity makes for some great photos. An outstanding image.
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Hot Flash Photography says:

Such a great scene, Brian. What a wonderful action shot. Love it!

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Talsi1 says:

Great capture - cute Fox images
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gustaf wallen says:

Fabulous shot, gorgeous colour and excellent quality.

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baldwinm16 says:

This is really a unique capture! Love it!
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Technical Nature says:

To catch both these animals in one shot is fantastic. I can't help but wonder how this scene unfolded. The fox seems to be thinking out its' next move carefully.
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Nikographer [Jon] says:

That's cool, nice capture.

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Red Fox and Great Blue Heron

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