As I was scanning the trees for small birds last Thursday at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, I spotted this Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) surveying its surroundings from its high perch. I have occasionally seen herons roosting in the trees in the past, but it has usually been earlier in the day—this heron might have decided that it wanted a mid-afternoon nap or at least a few peaceful moments.
Now that I am retired, I have rediscovered the pleasure of naps and a Sunday afternoon nap has become part of my weekly routine.
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Mike Powell 
Great shot! I’m not retired yet but I believe in naps too 😊. Great way to recharge.
Thanks. I completely agree with your comment about naps being a great way to recharge. I recall reading articles about why employers should permit their employees to nap, including this one at business.com (https://www.business.com/articles/let-your-employees-nap/)
Beautiful shot!
Very nice, Mike! I like the feel of peeking into the heron’s world feel provided by the branches and the texture of the larger tree branches.
Love this image. What a gorgeous bird.