Snowy Egret
- Imaging Target: Snowy Egret
- Coordinates Captured: Mexico
- Main Cameras: 25-75x70 Spotting Scope | SVBONY SV28 ; 25-75x70 Spotting Scope | SVBONY SV28 ; 25-75X70 Spotting Scope | SVBONY SV28 Plus ; Spotting Scope for Phone | SVBONY SV28 Plus ; Digital Birdwatching | SVBONY SV28A 25-75X100 ; Spotting Scope | SVBONY SV28A 20-60X80 ;
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Description
Taken by Francisco Perez
with SV28 spotting scope
Key Identifying Characteristics:
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"Golden Slippers": The most iconic feature is the bright yellow feet contrasting sharply with its long black legs.
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Bill and Face: It has a long, slender black bill and a patch of bright yellow skin (lores) between the bill and the eyes.
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Plumage: Entirely snow-white feathers. During breeding season (as seen in the photo), it develops long, delicate "aigrettes" or plumes on its back, neck, and head, giving it a shaggy or wispy appearance.
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Size & Shape: A medium-sized heron with a very slim, elegant neck and a light build.
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Eyes: Bright yellow irises that match the facial skin and feet.
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