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Great Blue Heron

I took this photo at a local lake in the late afternoon/early evening. The heron was perched on a low hanging branch of a tree that overhung the water. I took a plethora of photos as it was preening itself, including this up close portrait

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Jack Rudden Profile

I’m a college student based in Maryland studying meteorology. I recently started photography as a hobby and it has rapidly become a passion especially involving wildlife photography. Starting photography has helped me overcome some significant mental health challenges and I feel very refreshed!

Finished 32nd in the Final Round of the September 2025 Competition
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Previous Rounds

2nd in their Group in the Semifinal Round

1st in their Group in the Quarterfinal Round

1st in their Group in Round One