Ever heard of gular fluttering? It’s the bird version of panting to cool down. Watch as this Great Blue Heron opens their bill and “flutters” their neck muscles. Since birds don’t have sweat glands, they must rely on other means like gular fluttering and bathing to keep cool. Video by Ingrid V. Taylar [Video Description: A Great Blue Heron stands in a grassy area during the day and vibrates their neck muscles, a process known as gular fluttering, to stay cool during the heat.] | Bird Alliance of
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Ever heard of gular fluttering? It’s the bird version of panting to cool down. Watch as this Great Blue Heron opens their bill and “flutters” their neck muscles. Since birds don’t have sweat glands, they must rely on other means like gular fluttering and bathing to keep cool. Video by Ingrid V. Taylar [Video Description: A Great Blue Heron stands in a grassy area during the day and vibrates their neck muscles, a process known as gular fluttering, to stay cool during the heat.] | Bird Alliance of
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