AVIAN AQUANAUTS: THE WONDERS OF WADING BIRDS

From the marshy edges to trickling streams, wading birds rule their watery domains. These graceful birds are masters of balance as they amble through the water, peering for tasty meals. Their slender appendages help them to navigate murky pools, while their piercing gaze spots even the dearest of prey. Some wading birds, like the iconic heron or