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Gray Heron

Gray Heron

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15 hours ago door VogelMarc
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The Grey Heron is a large, stately wading bird with a grey back, white underparts, and long legs and neck. It is a common and widespread species across much of the Old World.
Where to spot
Widespread across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Found in almost any aquatic habitat, from ponds and rivers to coastal estuaries, lakes, and even urban parks.
How to spot
Identify by its large size, predominantly grey plumage, and long S-curved neck. Look for it standing motionless at the water's edge, or flying with slow, deep wingbeats and its neck pulled back into an S-shape.
When to spot
Year-round resident in many areas, with some northern populations migrating south for winter. Active during daylight hours, often seen patiently fishing.
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Grey Herons are highly skilled and patient hunters, capable of standing motionless for extended periods before striking with lightning speed to snatch fish, amphibians, or small mammals.
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VogelMarc
15 hours ago
Gray Heron
Zoetermeer, Zuid-Holland
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Spotted Gray Heron
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Erik
1 day ago
Gray Heron
Zwolle, Overijssel
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Sebastiaan
1 day ago
Gray Heron
Zwolle, Overijssel
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Ron
1 day ago
Gray Heron
Hejsager Strand, Region Syddanmark
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Jos vd Wittenboer
1 day ago
Gray Heron
Veldhoven, Noord-Brabant
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Geke Ringenier
1 day ago
Gray Heron
Kampen, Overijssel
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CS Bommel
2 days ago
Gray Heron
's-Hertogenbosch, Noord-Brabant
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Teunis Ringenier
4 days ago
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