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Great Egret Mating Display Florida
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Great Egret Mating Display Florida
The pristinely white Great Egret is a dazzling sight in many a North American wetland. It gets even more dressed up for the breeding season. A patch of skin on its face turns neon green, and long plumes grow from its back. Called aigrettes, those plumes were the bane of egrets in the late nineteenth century, when such adornments were prized for ladies hats
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Russell Burden
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This print captures the enchanting beauty of a Great Egret during its mating display in the wetlands of Florida. The pristine white feathers of this majestic bird are already a sight to behold, but during the breeding season, it adorns itself even further. A remarkable transformation takes place as a patch of skin on its face turns neon green, adding an electrifying touch to its appearance. Additionally, long plumes grow from its back, known as aigrettes. However, these exquisite plumes were not always celebrated for their elegance. In fact, they were once considered the bane of egrets in the late nineteenth century when they became highly sought after for ladies' hats. These delicate adornments caused great harm to egret populations as they were mercilessly hunted and killed for their beautiful plumage. Fortunately, times have changed and we now appreciate these magnificent creatures in their natural habitats rather than exploiting them for fashion trends. This photograph serves as a reminder of both the stunning allure and resilience of nature's creations. Russell Burden skillfully captured this moment with his lens, allowing us to witness firsthand the grandeur and grace displayed by this Great Egret during its mating ritual in Florida's wetlands.
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