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Indian Pond Heron

Ardeola grayii

Description:

It is small heron of old world origins.It has short neck with strong thick bill with puff brown back.

Habitat:

Found near pond in hot and humid areas .Make nest in small colonies.Main feed is fish and insects.

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1 Comment

Hema  Shah
Hema Shah 11 years ago

"old World origins" , Sounds fascinating!

Kranti Dhiman
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Kranti Dhiman

Punjab, India

Spotted on Aug 25, 2012
Submitted on Aug 25, 2012

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