This Great Egret was observed hunting on the dry side of our local Beaver dam. This bird appears to be showing some early signs of breeding plumage development.

Observation Details

CountyDenton
CityCarrollton
DateJan 21, 2012
Time of DayMidmorning
TemperatureCold (less than 50°F/10°C)
WeatherClear
HabitatWater-Creek
Type of BehaviorHunting
GenderUncertain
MaturityAdult
ObserverChris Jackson

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