Reddish Egret (Egretta rufescens)

[dolina]

Reddish Egret (Egretta rufescens) by Paolo Dolina, on Flickr


The Reddish Egret (Egretta rufescens) is a medium-sized heron. It is a resident breeder in Central America, The Bahamas, the Caribbean, the Gulf Coast of the United States, and Mexico. There is post-breeding dispersal to well north of the nesting range. In the past, this bird was a victim of the plume trade.


According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, there are only 1,500 to 2,000 nesting pairs of reddish egrets in the United States — and most of these are in Texas. They are classified as "threatened" in Texas and receive special protection.


Source: Reddish egret - Wikipedia


Location: Bolivar Flats | Sanctuaries | Houston Audubon

 

[zulu42]

Great shot. I can see the wind.

 

[K9Kirk]

Nice pic, beautiful bird!

I'm usually not attracted to red-heads but this one is exceptional!

 

[RowdyRay]

Beautiful bird! Great shot. Don't think I've ever seen one.

I do have a thing for red-heads .

 

[zombiesniper]

Another great image.

Love the movement of the plumage.

 

[Jeff15]

Very good shot..............

 

[K9Kirk]

Beautiful bird! Great shot. Don't think I've ever seen one.

I do have a thing for red-heads .

I should've said I have a thing for amazing red-heads. (sorry, I don't mean to derail)