Striated Heron

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Striated Heron

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Wednesday 23^rd September 2020 /

Striated Heron

Scientific Name: Butorides striata

Common Migrant

Size:

44 cm long

Habitat:

Forested water margins) such as mangrove-lined shores and estuaries, or ponds, rivers, lakes and streams.

IUCN Status:

Least Concern (LC)

Diet:

Mainly of fish, but also feeds on insects, worms, crustaceans, frogs, reptiles and even other birds.

Did you know?

The striated heron may give a ‘keeuuk’ call in flight or when alarmed. Usually found alone and looking intentionally elsewhere like a private detective.