After spending time standing camouflaged among the reeds at a pond along the Hogeye Pathway, this reclusive and rarely seen American bittern decided the grass was greener at a nearby pond and flew effortlessly to its new foraging grounds. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

American bittern takes flight along Hogeye Pathway
American bittern takes flight along Hogeye Pathway

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