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The Shrouded Sentinel

Unveiling the Secrets of the Yellow-crowned Night Heron

With its sleek, gray plumage and piercing yellow eyes, the yellow-crowned night heron isn't your average heron. It's a master of the twilight, a patient predator, and a captivating resident of coastal wetlands and freshwater marshes. From its stealthy hunting techniques to its unique colonial nesting habits, the "shrouded sentinel" holds a story waiting to be explored. Try the shoreline at Possum Point to find this expert fisher.

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