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Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

Photo by michael.t
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Field Notes

Description:

White bird with striking protrusion of chest and wingspan as compared to other, common, smaller birds. Usually stay around water.

Habitat:

Usually stay in the range of Central America to the West Indies. Usually favor warmer climates.

Notes:

The bird is in the bottom right corner in the picture, in flight.

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