I sure am a beautiful one
I opened my beak
To give you a peek
Of my perfect and pink, pointy tongue.
(Note: Click the photo to enlarge it. As with all birds, they don't have teeth, but they do have a tongue.)
Sources: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/snowy_egret
Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson
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