AVIAN AQUANAUTS: THE WONDERS OF WADING BIRDS

From the reedy banks to shallow ponds, wading birds rule their watery domains. These graceful athletes are masters of poise as they stalk through the water, peering for tasty morsels. Their extended limbs enable them to navigate murky pools, while their keen eyesight spots even the dearest of prey. Many wading birds, like the iconic heron or the