Ibis: Bubulcus

Their success comes from a unique "commensal" relationship with larger animals.

: Some ranchers prefer egrets over pesticides for natural fly control. bubulcus ibis

: They often stand directly on an animal's back to eat ticks and parasites. Their success comes from a unique "commensal" relationship

The cattle egret ( Bubulcus ibis ) is one of the most successful avian explorers in history. Unlike most species that spread due to human transport, these birds conquered the globe largely on their own wings. The Great Migration bubulcus ibis