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A snowy egret grooming its feathers during breeding season.

During breeding season the colors of the snowy egret become enhanced. I was able to capture this graceful neck pose with just the right lighting at the moment when the snowy egret was grooming its feathers.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 05.2019
Date Uploaded: 11.2019
Photo Location: Florida, United States of America
Copyright: © Robyn Cowlan