The heron was photographed ... He said the chances of catching the bird in the next few days were "sadly fairly slim" as it appeared to be well and flying without any trouble.

Spotting a regal, statuesque great blue heron is always a treat. Learn facts about these birds' nests, calls and more.

Usually, walkers and bikers enjoy the sunset and the animals along Brays Bayou, but it's a bird that now has their attention.

Carl Hawke, of the National Trust, said it was clear the conservation work was having a positive effect on the estate's breeding population A bird's eye view of nesting herons taken by a drone at ...