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Snowy Egret

Snowy Egret

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A medium-sized, elegant white egret of the Americas, easily identifiable by its bright yellow feet and black bill. It is known for its active and dynamic foraging style.
Where to spot
Freshwater and saltwater marshes, estuaries, ponds, and open wetlands throughout the Americas.
How to spot
Look for its pure white plumage, black bill, and distinctive bright yellow feet, often seen actively dashing or shuffling its feet in shallow water to stir up prey.
When to spot
Year-round in southern parts, migratory in northern parts. Best observed during daylight hours, often in groups.
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File:Egretta thula (hunting).jpg
File:Egretta thula at Las Gallinas Wildlife Ponds.jpg
File:Snowy egret (Egretta thula) in flight Almoloya.jpg
File:Snowy egret (Egretta thula thula) Rio Napo.jpg
File:Egretta thula1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Egretta thula (hunting).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Egretta thula at Las Gallinas Wildlife Ponds.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Snowy egret (Egretta thula) in flight Almoloya.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Snowy egret (Egretta thula thula) Rio Napo.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Snowy Egret was heavily hunted in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for its beautiful plumes, leading to the creation of early conservation movements.
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