The small, recluse, secretive Least Bittern is entertaining to watch. It is well camouflaged and can be hard to spot as it slowly skulks through the reeds. It appears to have a short little neck but looks can be deceiving.
Can you believe how far his neck extends? It reminds me of a periscope on a submarine ... up periscope, down periscope.
It is remarkable the way it straddles reeds with its long toes and sharp claws allowing it to feed in water too deep for it to stand. This is a fascinating little heron and will surely put a smile on your face.
Great job observing this stunning little wader. The first shot is fantastic - perfect representation of their lifestyle!
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