I’ve wondered if birds have any perception of size. A Snowy Egret mingled with these American White Pelicans, perhaps thinking they would stir up a snack.
Average weight of a Snowy Egret: 13.1 oz (370 g)
Average weight of an AWP: 158.7-317.5 oz (4500-9000 g)
Source: The Cornell Lab: All About Birds
Wow. That Snowy Egret looks tiny. Your wonderful photo, Ellen, reinforces the size difference even more than the weight comparison that you cited.
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And I don’t think the Pelicans paid any head to him, or any of the other “little” birds around.
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Love the reflections, Ellen!!
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Thanks, I had a great combo of light and still water that morning…I wanted it to last longer 🙂
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I love that you caught the little one in the group too. The reflection and the light, perfect!
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Thanks, Sandra! It was a gorgeous morning.
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Very nice, Ellen! Not a bad strategy. 😊
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Thanks, Belinda! 😆 might as well let the big guys do the work!
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