The Great Blue Heron is often seen standing at the edge of ponds or streams looking for frogs and fish which are its principal food. When startled, these herons take flight showing off a folded neck and impressive wing span.

The Great Egret is a large white heron with a yellow bill and black legs. The smaller but similar Snowy Egret has a black bill and yellow feet. The Great Egret has been known by many other names including Common, Large, and White Egret but is now officially classified as the Great Egret. Like the Great Blue Heron, this impressive bird feeds on frogs, fish, snakes, and crayfish.

The black vulture is a scavenger feeding on carrion and weak or sick birds and mammals. Unlike the Turkey Vulture that finds its meals using a keen sense of smell, the Black Vulture hunts using their superb vision. Notice the shape of the beak, superbly designed for tearing flesh and the concentration made evident by the posture and watchful eyes.

Pacific coast Brown Pelicans can be found anywhere along the coast from Seattle to Baja California. Abundant food supplies and lots of rocky nesting sites provide the perfect habitat for these majestic birds.