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Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

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Field Notes

Description:

A small, active white heron, the Snowy Egret is found in small ponds as well as along the ocean shore. Its black legs and yellow feet quickly identify it. It has a dark bill.

Habitat:

This one is fishing off the marina jetty.

Reference Links:

Snowy Egret, Identification, All About Birds - Cornell Lab of Ornithology

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