The other day, a few of the regular walkers were discussing the fate of this rotting tree that sets in the middle of Ferrari Pond and provides a welcome perch for Great Egrets, Double-crested Cormorants, and of course, Great Blue Herons like this one. The talk was about how much longer the tree will stay upright providing a perch. At some point in the past several years, the once erect tree leaned over to an almost horizontal position, supported by a branch under the water. Its weathered and cracked bark gives it character and the lichen and moss that cover much of it add bright colors to its otherwise gray exterior. It is a perfect perch for the large wading birds that use it as a resting and preening stop. I’m hoping it will stay there for a long time.