2.3K views · 101 reactions | Great Egrets are common along the NC coast, but these five fun facts may surprise even the more experienced birders. From their ecology, habitat, and foraging preferences to their long and sometimes troubled life history, there is a lot to learn about these fascinating birds. | Audubon North Carolina | Facebook

490K views · 1.4K shares | The reddish egret's methods may be unusual—but they're certainly effective. | National Geographic | Facebook