AVIAN AQUANAUTS: THE WONDERS OF WADING BIRDS

From the marshy edges to shallow ponds, wading birds rule their watery domains. These graceful athletes are masters of balance as they stalk through the water, sniffing for tasty meals. Their slender appendages enable them to navigate sunlit waters, while their piercing gaze spots even the tiniest of prey. Many wading birds, like the iconic heron