This image captures a vibrant scene of three different types of water birds gathered at the edge of a pond or wetland area. The water has a greenish hue with visible ripples and reflections, and the shoreline is lined with some grass and broken wooden posts.
Identified Birds:
Anhinga: On the far right stands a large, black bird with striking white and silver streaked patterns on its wings. This is likely a male Anhinga, also commonly known as a snakebird or water turkey. Anhingas often spread their wings to dry after diving for fish because their feathers are not fully waterproof.
Tricolored Heron: In the center, there is a medium-sized bird with a slate-gray body, a white stripe down its neck, and a contrasting white belly. This is a Tricolored Heron, which has a relatively long, pointed bill and yellowish legs.
Snowy Egrets: Two all-white birds are visible: one wading in the water on the left, and another perched on the shore in the foreground among some small purple flowers. These
