AVIAN AQUANAUTS: THE WONDERS OF WADING BIRDS

From the marshy edges to shallow ponds, wading birds rule their watery domains. These graceful birds are masters of steadiness as they waddle through the water, sniffing for tasty meals. Their slender appendages help them to navigate murky pools, while their keen eyesight spots even the tiniest of prey. Certain wading birds, like the iconic heron