Rodrigues Night-Heron (Extinct)
Rodrigues Night-Heron (Extinct)
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An extinct species of night-heron that was endemic to the island of Rodrigues. It vanished in the 18th century, a victim of habitat alteration and the introduction of non-native predators.
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This species is extinct and cannot be observed.
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This species is extinct and cannot be observed.
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This species is extinct and cannot be observed.
Where to spot
This species is extinct and cannot be observed.
How to spot
This species is extinct and cannot be observed.
When to spot
This species is extinct and cannot be observed.
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The scientific name 'megacephalus' means 'large-headed,' which likely referred to its proportionally large head or robust skull found in fossil remains.
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