Some birds, like these Great Egrets, Snowy Egrets, and Great-blue Heron, stand still and suddenly strike their prey.
Great Egrets and Snowy Egret.
Great Blue Heron
The Reddish Egret is known for its “dancing” to scare up fish. This guy was resting when we saw him.
This Tri-color Heron was stirring up fish with its feet and using the wing shadows to spot fish.
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