The Great White Egret is an elegant, slender bird, characterized by completely white plumage, a long neck, and a sharp yellow bill. Its long black legs help it move nimbly through shallow water. It feeds mainly on fish, amphibians, and small aquatic invertebrates. It is often seen hunting in shallow water, remaining motionless as it waits for prey. Its vocalizations are generally simple, consisting of guttural sounds. The nesting season usually begins in the spring, with nests built in trees near the water. Its courtship dance involves sinuous movements of the neck and wings.