During winter, a large number of migratory birds fly south, like recently increasing numbers of egrets spotted in Haikou Bay. Early in the morning, flocks of egrets fly here to feed on the water. These dancing birds have become one of the most beautiful sights in Haikou Bay.

 A flock of egrets on a yacht dock. [Photo / Chen Weidong]

Egrets are herons that are classified as a national second-class protected species, and have white or buff plumage. They catch small fish, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and crustaceans in shallow waters, and have high requirements for a clean, safe environment.

A flock of egrets hanging out on a marina in Haikou Bay. [Photo / Chen Weidong]

 A gracefully flying egret.  [Photo / Chen Weidong]

 An elegantly dancing egret.  [Photo / Chen Weidong]

 Egrets foraging in shallow water. [Photo / Chen Weidong]

 Egrets playing and hunting in the water.  [Photo / Chen Weidong]

 Egrets resting in Haikou Bay.[Photo / Chen Weidong]

 An egret soaring over Haikou Bay. [Photo / Chen Weidong]

Egrets foraging in the shallow water at low tide.[Photo / Chen Weidong]

 An egret practicing his dance moves at low tide.[Photo / Chen Weidong]

 Egrets resting in Haikou Bay. [Photo / Chen Weidong]

 Egrets sitting on a pier.[Photo / Chen Weidong]

作者：Ding Xin