Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis)

✨ Key Features

• Stocky white egret with relatively short neck

• Yellow bill (non-breeding)

• Develops orange/buff tones in breeding season

• Often seen around animals

🌏 Habitat

Found across Africa and Australia, especially in:

• Grasslands and farmland

• Wetlands and floodplains

Often seen:

• Walking near cattle, wildlife, or even machinery

⚡ What Makes It Special

Follows large animals to feed on insects they disturb—sometimes even riding on their backs.

🧠 Summary

A white egret often seen with animals, feeding on insects stirred up as they move through grass.