A great egret sleeps amidst beer bottles and other roadside litter, April 27, 2021. This egret may have been sick or injured.
A great egret sleeps amidst beer bottles and other roadside litter, April 27, 2021. This egret may have been sick or injured as it appeared oblivious to its surroundings and potential threats from approaching humans or other wildlife. The great egret is a large white heron frequently found in coastal areas. It is the official symbol of the National Audubon Society. (Photo by Carmen K. Sisson/Cloudybright)
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Location: Bayou La Batre, Alabama, USA
Photo credit: © Carmen K. Sisson/Cloudybright / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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