23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Immersive Lunch

An egret is foraging in the calm waters. It plunges its head into the water abruptly, sending up splashes, with its wings spread to maintain balance. The withered vegetation on the shore and the clear water form the background, showcasing its agile foraging moment in nature and highlighting the vibrant posture of wetland creatures.

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Date Taken: 11.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: jiangxi, China
Copyright: © Qinglin Li