Photography of Birds – Set # 251
Set # 251
American White Ibis
American White Ibis
Like other species of ibis, the American White Ibis flies with neck and legs outstretched, often in long loose lines or V formations—a 1986 field study in North Carolina noted over 80% of adult ibis doing so, while juveniles rapidly took up the practice over the course of the summer. The resulting improvement in aerodynamics may lower energy expenditure. These lines fly in an undulating pattern as they alternately flap and glide. Soaring in a circular pattern is also seen. Heights of 500 to 1,000 m (1,600 to 3,300 ft) may be reached as birds glide over flights of 20 km (12 mi) or more. More commonly, birds fly between 60 and 100 m (200 and 330 ft) above the ground, gliding or flapping at a rate of around 3.3 wingbeats a second.
Little Blue Heron
Little Blue Heron
H.J. Ruiz - Avian101 
In this pose the ibis looks very much like a white stork!
Yes, it does! I thought that before. Thanks, D. Good eye! 🙂