AVIAN AQUANAUTS: THE WONDERS OF WADING BIRDS

From the reedy banks to sunlit lakes, wading birds rule their watery domains. These graceful athletes are masters of poise as they stalk through the water, peering for tasty meals. Their slender appendages help them to navigate sunlit waters, while their keen eyesight spots even the tiniest of prey. Many wading birds, like the iconic heron or the