The reddish egret is considered one of the most active herons, and is often seen on the move. It stalks its prey visually in shallow water far more actively than other herons and egrets, frequently running energetically and using the shadow of its wings to reduce glare on the water once it is in position to spear a fish; the result is a fascinating dance.
Red-winged Blackbird
Red-winged Blackbird (F)
Claims have been made that it is the most abundant living land bird in North America, as bird-counting censuses of wintering red-winged blackbirds sometimes show that loose flocks can number in excess of a million birds per flock and the full number of breeding pairs across North and Central America may exceed 250 million in peak years.
Wow, that is amazing info on the Red-winged Blackbird! Love your Reddish Egret capture, I’m envious, still trying to get a photo of one! π
Patience my dear… one of these, you will. Thank you, Donna. π
Two birds with red colouration on their plumage! π
Thank you, Indira. π
I would love to see a million-strong flock of the blackbirds, but I bet to a grain-farmer that would be something straight out of a horror movie!
You’re not kidding! They can simply finish a whole crop in one sitting! They are voracious. Thanks, D. π
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We love watching the Reddish Egret feed. Some can dance better than others. π
Thank you, Lisa. π
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