Egret’s Split-Second Choice
At China’s Yundang Lake, an egret watches two fish leap past – a ladyfish and its prey. The photographer captured this fraction of a second using high-speed imaging technology. The image showcases how environmental engineering, like sluice gates controlling seawater flow, creates wildlife habitats. These restored ecosystems demonstrate successful integration of urban development and nature conservation. Daily tidal exchanges now support diverse bird populations in this urban wetland.