Flying Egret is a photograph by Robert Bales which was uploaded on February 5th, 2014.
Flying Egret
An egret /ˈiːɡrət/ is any of several herons, most of which are white or buff, and several of which develop fine plumes (usually milky white)... more
by Robert Bales
Title
Flying Egret
Artist
Robert Bales
Medium
Photograph - Photo
Description
An egret /ˈiːɡrət/ is any of several herons, most of which are white or buff, and several of which develop fine plumes (usually milky white) during the breeding season. Many egrets are members of the genera Egretta or Ardea which also contain other species named as herons rather than egrets. The distinction between a heron and an egret is rather vague, and depends more on appearance than biology. The word "egret" comes from the French word "aigrette" that means both "silver heron" and "brush," referring to the long filamentous feathers that seem to cascade down an egret's back during the breeding season.
The elegant Great Egret is a dazzling sight in many a North American wetland. Slightly smaller and more svelte than a Great Blue Heron, these are still large birds with impressive wingspans. They hunt in classic heron fashion, standing immobile or wading through wetlands to capture fish with a deadly jab of their yellow bill. Great Egrets were hunted nearly to extinction for their plumes in the late nineteenth century, sparking conservation movements and some of the first laws to protect birds.
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February 5th, 2014
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Comments (146)
Marvin Blaine
This has just become a favorite Robert! Incredible capture! So Beautiful! F!
Robert Bales replied:
Thanks so much, Marvin for the nice comments and so glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for the F!!
Gary F Richards
Spectacular flying egret composition, lighting, shading, excellent colors and artwork! F/L voted
Robyn King
Congratulations Robert your amazing artwork is being featured in Over 5000 Views:-) Please take a moment to add your beautiful art to our archives in the message area and have a wonderful day!
Don Columbus
Congratulations, your work is Featured in "A Birding Group - Wings" I invite you to place it in the group's "2020-2021 Featured Image Archive" Discussion!! L
Amy E Fraser
Wow! Love the composition and again, you got me with the sophisticated turquoise, brown and white color palette.Very nice work Robert!
Thomas Woolworth
Photography is all about capturing moments in time. Congrats on capturing this Time stopping moment!!
Robert Bales replied:
Thanks Thomas for the nice comment and I sure agree with you about the time !!
Johanna Hurmerinta
Gorgeous! LF and nominating in 1000 views on 1 image group!
Robert Bales replied:
Thank so much Johanna for the nomination and the LF!! It is greatly appreciated!!
Kay Novy
Beautiful capture of the flying egret, Robert! L.F.P. and will nominate for Special Feature in "1000 Views" group promo.
Christopher James
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