Egrets and herons blanket the fields after the harvest season.

Hundreds of egrets, herons, and other waterbirds appeared in the recently harvested fields of Nam Dong Ha ward, creating a peaceful scene that attracted the attention of local residents.

Rare egrets and herons leisurely forage for food in a recently harvested field in Nam Dong Ha ward - Photo: TAM HOAI

On May 23, Mr. Ha Van Bac, Head of the Cam Lo - Dong Ha Forest Ranger Station, said that about 300 egrets, herons, and some other water birds, possibly including grey herons, are gathering in the recently harvested fields in Nam Dong Ha ward ( Quang Tri ).

From early morning to late afternoon, flocks of birds spread out across the rice fields. Amidst the remaining rice stalks after the harvest, hundreds of egrets leisurely strolled, constantly using their long beaks to probe the soft mud in search of food. Occasionally, an egret would raise its head after catching a golden apple snail, then slowly rejoin the flock.

The rural landscape comes alive with the sight of white egrets standing out against the yellow-brown stubble.

A flock of storks appears in the middle of the field, creating a vibrant scene after the harvest season - Photo: TAM HOAI

The large flock of storks, when they spread their wings and fly, creates an impressive scene in the countryside - Photo: TAM HOAI

The most impressive moments are when flocks of birds take flight simultaneously. From the rice fields, hundreds of pairs of wings flap vigorously, creating long streaks of birds across the sky. Groups of birds fly in succession, covering a vast area, creating a rare natural spectacle in the plains.