Wet Land Collection (page 4)

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) adult, flapping wings and running across water during bathing session, Suffolk, England, September

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) adult, bathing, splashing water, Suffolk, England, September

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) adult, with badly oiled plumage, standing on ice, Merseyside, England, december

Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) adult pair, bonding behaviour at nestsite in mangrove treetops, Florida, U. S. A
Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) adult pair, bonding behaviour at nestsite in mangrove treetops, Florida, U.S.A. February

Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) adult, standing on branches in mangrove treetop, Florida, U. S. A. February
Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) adult, standing on branches in mangrove treetop, Florida, U.S.A. February

Barn Owl (Tyto alba) adult, perched on gate in reedbed, Lincolnshire, England, March

Barn Owl (Tyto alba) adult, in flight over grazing marsh habitat, Suffolk, England, June

Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea) immature, in flight, taking off from marsh, Suffolk, England, June

Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea) adult, with apple in beak, feeding amongst Common Coot (Fulica atra), Mallard Duck (Anas platyrhynchos) and Black-headed Gull (Larus ridibundus) mixed flock

Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) two well-developed chicks, standing at nest in treetop, Florida, U. S. A. February
Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) two well-developed chicks, standing at nest in treetop, Florida, U.S.A. February

Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea) adult, standing on ice, Merseyside, England, december

Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) adult, close-up of head, Florida, U. S. A. February
Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) adult, close-up of head, Florida, U.S.A. February

Great Egret (Casmerodius albus) two adults, breeding plumage, in territorial dispute at rookery, High Island, Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas, U.S.A. april

Great Egret (Casmerodius albus) adult pair, breeding plumage, greeting display on nestsite at rookery, High Island, Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas, U.S.A. april

Great Egret (Casmerodius albus) adult male, breeding plumage, displaying at rookery, High Island, Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas, U.S.A. april

Cape Teal (Anas capensis) adult, standing in water with reflection at lake shore, Lake Nakuru N. P
Cape Teal (Anas capensis) adult, standing in water with reflection at lake shore, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus) adult, calling, standing in open water, Northern Spain, may

Sora Rail (Porzana carolina) adult, breeding plumage, foraging on mud, South Padre Island, Texas, U. S. A. april
Sora Rail (Porzana carolina) adult, breeding plumage, foraging on mud, South Padre Island, Texas, U.S.A. april

Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) juveniles, flock in flight, feeding offshore, Bolivar Flats, Upper Texas Coast, Texas, U.S.A. april

Roseate Spoonbill (Ajaia ajaja) and egret nesting colony in wetland habitat, High Island Rookery, Smith Oaks Nature Reserve, Texas, U.S.A. april

Roseate Spoonbill (Ajaia ajaja) adults and immatures, flock roosting in tree, High Island, Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas, U.S.A. april

Roseate Spoonbill (Ajaia ajaja) adult, with beak open, standing on branch, High Island, Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston County, Texas, U.S.A. april

Common Coot (Fulica atra) three adults, feeding on apple, squabbling over food on ice, Merseyside, England, december

Common Coot (Fulica atra) adult, walking on ice, Norfolk, England, february

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"Exploring the Beauty and Importance of Wetlands: From Boston to South Carolina" Step back in time with this vintage map of Boston, c1880, showcasing the city's expansion through landfill. Witness how wetlands played a crucial role in shaping urban landscapes. Journey down south to South Carolina, where a pathway and boardwalk invite you into the enchanting wetland habitat of Rainham Marshes RSPB Reserve. Immerse yourself in its natural beauty along the Thames Estuary. A picturesque scene unfolds as a Little Grey Fergie tractor traverses a snow-covered grazing marsh at sunset in Elmley Marshes N. N. R. The tranquility is interrupted only by the courtship display of an adult pair of Great Crested Grebes on the River Thames, Henley-on-Thames. Venturing across continents, we find ourselves amidst Florida's Everglades. Gumbo limbo trees stand tall while a majestic Great Blue Heron gracefully roams these unique wetlands. Reflecting on history, we glimpse English colonists settling in Georgia during the 1700s – their lives intertwined with these vital ecosystems. Traveling further east brings us to Romania's Danube Delta, where rusting boats rest at the edge of the river. This captivating sight serves as a reminder that wetlands are not only havens for wildlife but also bear witness to human activity throughout time. Crossing oceans once more, Boundary Bay in British Columbia welcomes us with open wings as we encounter another magnificent Great Blue Heron soaring above its waters. Meanwhile, road and suspension bridges over rivers create breathtaking vistas during sunset and dawn respectively – Caldicot overlooking Severn Estuary and Beachley towards Monmouthshire Severn Bridge. These glimpses into various wetland habitats remind us of their ecological significance and undeniable allure. Let us cherish these precious landscapes that provide homes for countless species while offering respite for our souls amid nature's wonders.