A blue heron stands in shallow water with a fish in its beak. The animal stands firmly with both legs in the pond, surrounded by ripples and reflections on the surface of the water. The fish hangs still, just caught. The heron is in sharp focus, with recognisable blue-grey feathers, long neck and alert posture. The background shows the natural pattern of the pond, with no artificial blurring. A realistic nature image that shows well how birds hunt and move in their habitat.
My name is Leon, and I'm a landscape and wildlife photographer based in The Netherlands. I have been taking photographs for as long as I can remember, and my passion for photography has only grown over the years. I take great pleasure in capturing the beauty of the.. Read more…