AVIAN AQUANAUTS: THE WONDERS OF WADING BIRDS

From the muddy shores to sunlit lakes, wading birds rule their watery domains. These graceful creatures are masters of poise as they waddle through the water, sniffing for tasty treats. Their slender appendages help them to navigate murky pools, while their piercing gaze spots even the tiniest of prey. Many wading birds, like the iconic heron or