I came home from the post office today only to find a hungry Great Egret in my driveway. I ran in the house to grab the Nikon and started taking pictures. He was a bit nervous about me approaching but I managed to get a couple of great shots.

This migratory bird is also called the White Heron and loves South Florida’s winter climate. It can also be found in Canada, other US spots, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. It enjoys shallow water and looks for insects and frogs to dine on. It is so quiet and graceful! Check out that beautiful shadow.

Now I am hoping to see orioles in my yard, because they are exquisite birds. And they seem to love Miami in the winter and spring, just like people do!

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