Last of the herons e saw in Brazil- The whistling heron (Syrigma sibilatrix). It is a medium-sized, often terrestrial heron of South America. It is the only species placed in the genus Syrigma. There are two subspecies, the southern S. s. sibilatrix and the northern S. s. fostersmithi. Unlike other herons, it is known for it loud metallic whistle, and for its flight which has fast, duck-like wingbeats and usually does not retract its neck fully.
This species eats any small dryland and marsh animals it can catch. It often holds still but also walks very slowly and may use more active techniques, even running after prey or catching flying insects (notably dragonflies) from a standing position. It may allow humans to approach fairly closely rather than leave a good feeding spot. It typically feeds alone or in pairs, but is sometimes seen in groups up to 100, especially before roosting for the night. Seen in the Pantanal, Brazil. Info from Wiki.
Taken on a Awesome trip with Juan Carlos Vindas (Neotropic photo tours) www.neotropicphototours.com

Loading comments...

Loading contexts...

Make:	NIKON CORPORATION
Model:	NIKON Z 9
Exposure:	1/4000 sec
Aperture:	f/8.0
ISO Speed:	560
Focal Length:	600 mm
Lens:	VR 600mm f/4E