BIRD-LIKE DIVERS: THE WONDERS OF WADING BIRDS

From the marshy edges to trickling streams, wading birds rule their watery domains. These graceful athletes are masters of steadiness as they stalk through the water, peering for tasty morsels. Their long legs enable them to navigate the depths, while their piercing gaze spots even the smallest of prey. Certain wading birds, like the iconic heron