An often forgotten landscape, Alberta's wetlands occupy over 20% of our land. much of the wetlands are preserved in Alberta as they are a crucial habitat for small wildlife and various waterfowls and birds along with helping city air remain naturally filtered and fresh (wetlands are some of the best natural methods of filtering CO2 out of the air) .   It doesn't look like much at first glance but taking the time to just be at one with nature and pay attention to the small details, plenty of hidden surprises. This picture was taken in the city of Edmonton at Hermitage Park, part of the green belt of uninhabited flood plains that separates the north and south of he city (The series of parks are also part of the Trans-Canada Trail). The blue heron is fishing for his afternoon meal.

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