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©Delores J. Knowles 2008 -- The Snowy Egret (Egretta thula) is smaller than the Great Egret and this beautiful bird can be easily recognized by the black bill and yellow feet. (The Great Egret’s bill is yellow and feet are black.) He can be found in most coastal areas of the United States as well as inland marshes and ponds. During the 19th century, Snowy Egrets were slaughtered almost to extinction for their beautiful plumes, used to decorate hats. Fortunately, complete protection has brought their numbers back up again. This Snowy Egret stands tall and majestic as he looks out into the pond for a fish. He was photographed on Sanibel Island, Florida.
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Anna Marie Fritz 21 Dec 2009
Sublime!!!Joanna Jungjohann 25 Feb 2008
beautiful oh wow just awesome!~Hiromi Green 20 Feb 2008
Novel photograhy! Awesome*Christine brand 29 Jan 2008
I love these especially, always have. A perfect shot!Alex Dragu 28 Jan 2008
What a beautiful capture an composition.Clear conturs , colors and majestic bird posture.