Great Egret chicks
 

There were also quite a few Great Egret chicks around. Two in particular were on a nest really close to the main boardwalk. Whilst the parents were away getting food,  I was able to get a few close up shots of these youngsters.
 

Great Egret chicksGatorland Bird Rookery, Florida, USA
 

Great Egret chicksGatorland Bird Rookery, Florida, USA
 

Great Egret chicksGatorland Bird Rookery, Florida, USA
 

Great Egret chicksGatorland Bird Rookery, Florida, USA
 

The parents were always close at hand, allowing some nice family shots as well.
 

Great Egret with chicks
 

Great Egret with chicks Great Egret with chicks
 

Great Egret with chicks
 

I particularly like this shot and the eye contact between the adult and its chick as it feeds.
 

Great Egret with chicks
 

More to come soon....