Downstroke -- Great Egret at Atascadero Lake Park, California Round Beach Towel

Five-feet of wingspan provides lift and thrust for this two-pound Great Egret as it flies over the small lake in Atascadero, California.

Great Egrets are large herons that can be found throughout the world. These birds wade in the shallow water of lakes, rivers, and coastlines to hunt for fish and other small aquatic animals.

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