pair tricolored herons egretta tricolor are engaged nest building tree branches

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A pair of tricolored herons (Egretta tricolor) are engaged in nest-building on tree branches Royalty Free Stock Photo

A pair of tricolored herons (Egretta tricolor) are engaged in nest-building on tree branches

Two tricolored herons (Egretta tricolor) are engaged in nest-building on tree branches with green foliage. One heron, with partially spread wings, holds twigs in its beak, while the other stands nearby, facing it. Both exhibit characteristic bluish-gray plumage with white and chestnut markings. The setting appears to be a natural environment, likely a wetland or coastal region, contributing to the herons' habitat needs. The birds' interaction suggests cooperative behavior in nest construction.