Reddish Egrets at Fort Desoto

Many of my early images of Reddish Egrets were created at Fort Desoto Park, the location for the Wading birds and Shorebirds photo tour in November 16th-17th 2024. Send me an email to book your spot => steven@stevenbirdphotography.com

There are a couple of hidden spots where the Reddish Egret is most often seen at Fort Desoto Park. The image above is from an hidden cove, where the bird is happily dancing in search of fish. Reddish Egrets are known for their spectacular hunting stunts.

One of my most iconic Reddish Egret image! While the bird looks angry at me, it is actually just fluffing its feathers after a short preening session. Nothing abnormal… Yet, this image has such a strong impact 🙂

Another true stunner! This is the super rare White morph Reddish Egret, with full breeding colors on as a mega bonus. Every now and then, one gets to see the White morph making an appearance at Fort Desoto. Do you want a chance at creating Reddish Egret images? Join me at the November 16th-17th photography tour!!!

Florida Shorebirds & Wading Birds Photography Tour – $1,090

November 16th-17th 2024 / limit 6 people – 3 open

3 shoots and 1 over-the-shoulder Photoshop tutoring => 3 shoots at Fort Desoto Park. $250 deposit. Send me an email at steven@stevenbirdphotography.com to book your spot.

Ospreys / Spoonbills mix Photography Tour – $1,490

April 5th-6th 2025 / limit 5 people – Full

April 26th-27th 2025 / limit 5 people – 2 open

3 shoots and 1 over-the-shoulder Photoshop tutoring => 1 boat-based Osprey shoots at the Vero Beach Cypress Lake + 1 shoot at the fishing jetty + 1 land-based Spoonbills shoot at a local rookery. $250 deposit. Send me an email at steven@stevenbirdphotography.com to book your spot.

Black Skimmers Colony Photography Workshop – $1,190

June 7th-8th 2025 / limit 6 people – 5 open

3 shoots and 1 over-the-shoulder Photoshop tutoring => 3 shoots at the Sarasota Bay Black Skimmers colony. We shoot along the beach, where the nesting colony is easily accessible. $250 deposit. Send me an email at steven@stevenbirdphotography.com to book your spot.

Tampa Bay Spoonbills Rookery Photography Tour – $1,590

February 8th-9th 2025 / limit 5 people – Full

February 22nd-23rd 2025 / limit 5 people – 1 open

March 22nd-23rd 2025 / limit 5 people – 1 open

3 shoots and 1 over-the-shoulder Photoshop tutoring => 3 shoots at the Tampa Bay Spoonbills rookery. We typically shoot while wading in the water in the mornings and from the boat in the afternoon. $250 deposit. Send me an email at steven@stevenbirdphotography.com to book your spot.