Snowy Egret - Egretta thula
by Carol Senske
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Snowy Egret - Egretta thula
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Carol Senske
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Snowy egrets are medium-sized, white herons found both in fresh and salt water environments. Once hunted to near extinction (late 1800's) for it's feathers, protection has allowed their population to increase. Their range is now generally throughout the coastal United States and can even be found inland. The northern-most birds migrate south while southern populations may be permanent residents in their locales.
They feed on wetland creatures like insects, frogs, crustaceans, and fish, often walking along raking the bottom with their feet to stir up a meal.
This bird was wading at sunset along the beach in Frisco, on Hatteras Island, NC. I took the picture October 16, 2011.
For more information, take a look at:
http://www.nhptv.org/natureworks/snowyegret.htm
http://identify.whatbird.com/obj/48/_/Snowy_Egret.aspx
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Comments (8)
Sharon Burger
since i last commented on this We visited an audobon perseve in the everglades where we learned how these beautiful birds were slaughtered for feathers for fancy hats for the the ladies... platforms were built in nesting areas where spotters camped for weeks to protect the breeding flock, amazing birds... amd my favorite wader...
Carol Senske replied:
Vanity (a desire to have feathers and furs, ivory and bones, bear gall bladders and tiger penises, etc.) caused many species to become extinct, endangered, or at least threatened. All for what? To look better or perform better than the person beside you? Those who camped and protected the nesting families have my undying appreciation.
Ante Barisic
Unparalleled art photography, bravo Carol!
Carol Senske replied:
You are obviously a sweet, gentle soul, Ante:>) Thank you very , very much for this generous compliment! Have a terrific week.
Eloise Schneider
This is my favorite. I love the sunlight on the bird, making him seem another color! Then add to that the gorgeous blue of the water and you have an exquisite photograph. VOTED!
Carol Senske replied:
Hi, Eloise:>. Thank you so much for liking my egret:>). I took the picture just because of the golden sunset reflecting on the bird, so I truly appreciate that you especially commented on that.
Asha Carolyn Young
Beautiful and ever so elegant, this egret with waves. Your photographs present much warmth and love for nature. I want to thank you ever so much, too, for featuring my paintings recently in your fine group. -- Asha
Kristin Elmquist
Well done, Carol. I have a devil of a time getting a good photo of these creatures. It seems they are always on the move, and then of course there is the whites. Beautiful capture.
Carol Senske replied:
I also have the most difficult time getting close enough to them to get a picture, and white is ALWAYS trouble! Thank you for the kind words:>)
Doris Potter
Wow Carol! I love this. The golden glow from the setting sun and the "golden slippers" as you say make this bird and photograph just perfect. (I love the foamy waves too).
Carol Senske replied:
Thanks! Your comment is especially appreciated as I know the beauty of your bird images!!! Matter of fact, I wish you were there to do this guy (gal?) justice:>).
Sharon Burger
Our white Herons are all fresh water, this is a great catch. two of my favorite elements Herons and the ocean.
Carol Senske replied:
Hi, Sharon:>), They do live in fresh water environs as well, just not in the numbers as the coastal populations. I like the "golden slippers" (their yellow feet are such a contrast to the black legs). They are all (herons and egrets) beautiful birds, and I'm glad they were protected in time to save them from becoming ladies' hats!
Angel Jesus De la Fuente
Excellent and beatiful take
Carol Senske replied:
You're very kind, Angel:>) Thanks! The sun was setting and cast a golden glow on the egret - couldn't resist trying a picture.
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