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Egretta thula
Adults are typically 61 centimetres (24 in) long and weigh 375 grams (0.83 lb) They have a slim black bill and long black legs with yellow feet. The area of the upper bill, in front of the eyes, is yellow but turns red during the breeding season, when the adults also gain recurved plumes on the back, making for a "shaggy" effect. The juvenile looks similar to the adult, but the base of the bill is paler, and a green or yellow line runs down the back of the legs.
large inland and coastal wetlands
Spotted on Jul 11, 2013
Submitted on Aug 19, 2013
6 Comments
thanks Emily ...I did not know that until I processed it!!
Perfect timing!
thanks Mona
thanks Elsa!
fantastic !!!
Susan I am in awe at your photos!! Your photography is stunning!