Green Heron with a Salamander

[Eric Gofreed]

Salamanders have toxins in their skin to defend against predators, and the strength of these toxins varies by species. While there’s a small chance a green heron could be poisoned by eating a toxic salamander, the risk is low. Herons are well-adapted to handling prey with toxic defenses, including salamanders, and likely know how to avoid the dangerous parts, reducing the risk of poisoning.

 

[AlanLichty]

Doesn't seem to be deterred in the slightest flying off with lunch in the second image. Neat sequence of shots.

 

[Alan Milnes]

Excellent catch Eric.

 

[murali]

Salamanders have toxins in their skin to defend against predators, and the strength of these toxins varies by species. While there’s a small chance a green heron could be poisoned by eating a toxic salamander, the risk is low. Herons are well-adapted to handling prey with toxic defenses, including salamanders, and likely know how to avoid the dangerous parts, reducing the risk of poisoning.

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OMG. What a capture?

 

[JimFox]

Awesome work Eric! Especially #2.

 

[Trent Watts]

Excellent Eric. Nice capture for sure.

 

[Beth]

great capture! i thought it was a snake at first glance.

 

[Joe Colozzo]

I really Like the Green herons, very nice shots.