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Black heron is a shady fisherman

The black heron has evolved its own very special fishing technique. It casts an umbrella-like shadow over the water by spreading its wings. It is thought that this serves a dual purpose: It helps to shade the heron's eyes from the glare of the sun and the shady spot that is created under the water attracts fish. Birds: The Inside Story, Real and Helene Loon

The black heron has evolved its own very special fishing technique. It casts an umbrella-like shadow over the water by spreading its wings. It is thought that this serves a dual purpose: It helps to shade the heron's eyes from the glare of the sun and the shady spot that is created under the water attracts fish. Birds: The Inside Story, Real and Helene Loon

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