In the world of clever hunting, the black heron rules the roost. This bird thrives in shallow, open waters and at the edges of freshwater lakes and ponds. It"s also commonly spotted in marshes, rice fields, seasonally flooded grasslands, and along riverbanks. At first glance, this feathered genius seems like any other wading bird, with its long legs, slender neck, and pointed beak that aid in hunting. But when it hunts, this jet-black African species showcases an extraordinary skill—it takes the shape of an umbrella, as seen in today"s image.
A black heron canopy feeding in Botswana
Today in History
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Amphitheatre of El Jem, Tunisia
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A good time in the Badlands
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High tide at the walled city
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Evening over Göreme, Cappadocia, Türkiye
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Over and under the delta
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Keep shining
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Did it see its shadow?
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International Polar Bear Day
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Summer Olympics begin in Paris
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Indigenous Peoples Day
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A bite of ancient history
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A light on National Hispanic Heritage Month
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National Park Service Founders Day
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Put your flippers in the air…
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