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20th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Great Egret Immersion

A migratory Great Egret bathes in a shallow pond reflecting the surrounding landscape in San Antonio. Great Egrets nest in San Antonio and elsewhere. Migratory Birds biggest threat is destruction of habitat by humans. Climate change will impact their range due to a warming climate.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 02.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Camera: NIKON D7100
Copyright: © Alesia Garlock