The famous dance that saved the species.
The Great Egret was hunted to near extinction for these bridal feathers that were used on hats. John Audubon painted their mating displays and his work made them famous. Enough so that the hunting of Egrets was banned
A bow and feather display is part of an elaborate dance routine used to attract a mate.
This is a “great” egret display. 🙂
😂, thanks. It worked out for the Egret too 😉
Great pic.
Wow this Egret is a poser such a beautiful bird. Anita