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Bubulcus ibis
This bird is usually pure white. Its gets the orange colouration during breeding season.
Pretty cosmopolitan. Often seen in paddy fields. It is closely associated with large mammals, especially cows. The movement of the large animal dislodges insects which this bird catches easily. I have also seen it remove insects from Cow's eyes...the inter-specific trust is incredible...I would be scared to have that pointed beak anywhere close to my eye. the cow never flinches.
Spotted on Jul 11, 2012
Submitted on Apr 23, 2014
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Stevano Puasa These birds had nests very high up in tall trees. and some were brooding ..so, Yes.
Are these sightings when breeding?