The great egret is a big, beautiful bird that you might see near lakes, rivers, or wetlands. It has long, skinny legs that are usually gray or black, and its body is covered in bright white feathers.

The great egret is very tall, standing about as high as a grown-up's waist, and it has a long, yellow beak that looks like a sharp dagger.

Great egrets are very good at catching fish. They stand very still in the water and wait for a fish to swim by, then quickly use their beak to catch it.

When they fly, they tuck their neck back and let their long legs trail behind them. They can fly quite fast, up to 31 miles per hour.

They build their nests high up in trees near water. During the breeding season, they grow fancy plumes on their back, which they show off to attract a mate.

Great egrets are amazing birds that are fun to watch and important for nature. If you also love this beautiful bird, follow the step-by-step instructions below to learn how to draw a realistic great egret!

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

√ Draw a Great Egret PDF (Click to download for free.)

√ Drawing Papers (You can get it easily and I would say almost any paper can be used.)

√ Pencils / Markers / Crayons / Watercolors (Remember to use a pen with a fine tip when outlining.)

FOR WHOM:

Elementary school students

TIME NEEDED:

About 1.5 hours

INSTRUCTIONS:

How to Draw a Great Egret Step by Step

Step 1 Draw the great egret's beak.

Step 2 Draw one of the great egret's eyes.

Step 3 Outline the great egret's head.

Step 4 Draw the neck of this great egret.

Step 5 Draw one of this great egret's wings.

Step 6 Draw this great egret's other wing.

Step 7 Draw the tail of this great egret.

Step 8 Draw one leg of this great egret.

Step 9 Color this realistic great egret.

Guys, have you learned how to draw a great egret yet?