Wading Bird Fauna Nature Ardea Alba Souvenir Sheet Mint NH

Wading Bird Fauna Nature Ardea Alba Souvenir Sheet Mint NH  The term "wading bird" describes a wide range of species in all sizes, shapes, and colors, but what unique characteristics do wading birds have in common, and why is it important for birders to understand what these birds are?Types of Wading BirdsQuickly identifying the overall type of a bird is essential for proper identification, and wading birds can be easy to distinguish. A wide range of bird species are loosely classified as waders, including:CranesEgretsFlamingosHeronsIbisesRailsSpoonbillsStorksSome field guides may also classify some shorebirds, particularly avocets, like waders, along with gulls or terns, and they do share some characteristics with more widely recognized wading birds.Wading Bird GeographyWading birds are found throughout the world on every continent except Antarctica. They can be found in both freshwater and saltwater areas, though more species tend to favor freshwater habitats. Bogs, marshes, mudflats