Actress Marlee Matlin got up close and personal with a bird named Sophie during a visit to SeaWorld San Diego on Tuesday.
Matlin met Sophie during a behind-the-scenes tour.
The colorful 1-year-old scarlet ibis is part of the marine park's Education & Conservation Department. She often interacts with participants in the park's adventure camps.

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