The image is of a bird, specifically a heron, standing in shallow water. The bird is facing towards the right side of the image, with its head slightly tilted downwards. It has a long, pointed beak and a grey body with a white crest on its head. Its wings are slightly spread out, and its legs are slightly bent at the knees. The water is calm and there are small ripples visible on the surface. The background is blurred, but it appears to be a sandy beach or marshland.