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Cattle Egret2020-01-14T16:28:15-06:00

Cattle Egret

Unlike other herons and egrets, the Cattle Egret spends more time in dry fields than streams and ponds.  It often follows cattle, horses, tractors or lawnmowers, bobbing its head, waiting for insects to be flushed out.  Originally from Africa, it made its way to North America around 1950 and is now abundant.

Deborah Repasz
Resoft Park, Alvin
Cattle Egret

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Mary Halligan
Lafitte's Cove Nature Preserve
Cattle Egret

Photo taken on a personal trip.

Mary Halligan
North Deer Island Rookery
Cattle Egret

Photo taken on a Birding for Fun Tour.

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