The White-Faced Heron (Egretta novaehollandiae) is not a common sight at Lake Esmond. Even less common is seeing one perched in a tree! This photo taken December 2013.
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The White-Faced Heron (Egretta novaehollandiae) is not a common sight at Lake Esmond. Even less common is seeing one perched in a tree! This photo taken December 2013.