Minnesota wildlife
Great Blue Heron
Ardea herodias
Wades shallow water, spearing fish and frogs.
See the Great Blue Heron up close
Best months
Apr · May · Jun · Jul
Best sighted at dawn or dusk; check the official report for specific lake conditions.
Where to look
Itasca State ParkVoyageurs National ParkMille Lacs Kathio State Park
Conservation status
Common summer resident across Minnesota wetlands
Good to know
What time of day are great blue herons most active?
They are most active during early morning and late afternoon when they hunt for fish.
What do great blue herons eat?
They primarily eat fish, but also frogs, small mammals, and insects.
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