This Great Egret chick is growing up fast and is very HUNGRY! You can see it here jumping up on its parent, constantly demanding more food. This little one already sports an impressive 2–3 foot wingspan—about the size of a chicken! 🪶

📍 Houston Audubon Smith Oaks Rookery, High Island, TX
🗓️ May 25, 2026 | 🕒 8:43 AM
📸 Canon EOS R50 + RF 100-400mm + 1.4x
⚙️ 560mm | 1/200 | ISO 100

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