[img_assist|fid=131|thumb=1|alt=Shark Valley Great Blue Heron Nest|caption=The nest was under construction during our 1/8/06 visit to Shark Valley. Large twigs, some about one half inch in diameter were being used. Upon returning on 2/23/06 it was a treat to see Mom caring for and feeding the Babes.|width=100|height=75]

[img_assist|fid=137|thumb=1|alt=Second Heron Picture|width=100|height=75]