Wader Bird Collection

Sociable plover wader bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Dunlin in Flight Against Blue Waves and Beach at Jones Beach, Long Island
A flock of Dunlin banking against the waves shortly after sunrise at Jones Beach, Long Island in winter

White ibises foraging

Little Blue Heron stalking a meal

Great Blue Heron, Spanish Moss

Tri-colored Heron stalking prey

Snowy Egret flying

Cocoi Heron pouncing

Cocoi Heron stalking through the flowering wetlands

Cocoi Heron, walking on water

Scarlet Ibis flock

American Avocet

Great blue heron alighting

Spotted sandpiper wader shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Wood sandpiper wader shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Curlew wader shoreline bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Esquimaux Curlew wader shoreline bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Spotted redshank wader shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Avocet Recurvirostra avocetta pair Cley Norfolk August

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The wader bird, also known as the sociable plover, is a fascinating creature that can be found in various habitats around the world. One such habitat is Jones Beach, Long Island, where you can witness the mesmerizing sight of dunlins soaring through the air against a backdrop of blue waves and sandy beaches. In these coastal areas, you may also spot white ibises foraging for their next meal. These elegant birds gracefully search for food along the shoreline, their long bills probing into the sand with precision. But it's not just ibises that showcase impressive hunting skills. The little blue heron is often seen stealthily stalking its prey in shallow waters. With patience and agility, it waits for an opportunity to strike and secure its next meal. Standing tall amidst Spanish moss-draped trees or flowering wetlands, the great blue heron exudes majesty and grace. Its towering presence commands attention as it patiently waits to catch fish or other aquatic creatures with lightning-fast precision. Another skilled hunter among waders is the tri-colored heron. This beautiful bird blends seamlessly into its surroundings as it silently moves closer to unsuspecting prey before striking with remarkable speed. Taking flight with elegance and poise, snowy egrets create a stunning spectacle against any backdrop they choose to grace. Their pure white feathers stand out vividly against vibrant landscapes while they soar through open skies. Meanwhile, cocoi herons exhibit incredible agility both on land and water. Whether pouncing on unsuspecting prey or delicately maneuvering through flowering wetlands, these birds captivate observers with their versatility. Speaking of versatility - have you ever witnessed a bird walking on water? The cocoi heron has mastered this seemingly impossible feat. With each step taken across calm waters, this majestic creature defies gravity itself. If you're lucky enough to encounter a flock of scarlet ibis during your travels, prepare yourself for an awe-inspiring sight.