Cattle Egret in Durham

Rumours were rampant that a Cattle Egret was in south Durham Region recently.  I struck out the few times I was in the area, and figured it had moved on.

This morning while on the way to take photos I was thrilled to unexpectedly stumble upon it, not too far from where it had been reported.

Unlike Great Egrets, who can be found at many local marshes in late summer, Cattle Egrets spend their time in pastures, often with cattle and sometimes even on top of cattle.

I don't think this one read the memo, choosing instead to hang out under the Golf Simulator sign at our local golf course.

Rare Sighting of a Cattle Egret in South Ajax

New Golf Course Mascot?