: Today, they are found on every continent except Antarctica. Nature's Clever Hitchhikers
For centuries, the cattle egret was found only in Africa, Southern Europe, and parts of Asia. However, in the late 1800s, they began an incredible journey. bubulcus ibis
: Around 1877, they crossed the Atlantic Ocean from Africa to South America. : Today, they are found on every continent except Antarctica
: Some ranchers prefer egrets over pesticides for natural fly control. and parts of Asia. However
Their success comes from a unique "commensal" relationship with larger animals.
The cattle egret ( Bubulcus ibis ) is one of the most successful avian explorers in history. Unlike most species that spread due to human transport, these birds conquered the globe largely on their own wings. The Great Migration
