| It is not long after this molting is complete that they start a second molt to acquire their alternate plumage. |
| A large, long-necked and long-legged wading bird with pure white plumage, the Great Egret has a long, yellow bill, and dark legs and feet. |
| Juvenile plumage is seldom seen in Washington, although some birds in juvenile plumage can be seen in the eastern flyway. |
| The most common shorebirds were American Oystercatcher and Willet in dapper summer plumage, but at least one Killdeer also winged by. |
| Pipits of the genus Anthus will apply ants to their plumage for cleaning, a behavior called anting. |
| The dark salmon-pink and grey plumage of the waxwing is topped off by an impressive crest. |
