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Striated Heron

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3 weeks ago door Emma

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Spotted

A small, widespread heron found across the tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World, characterized by its dark grey-green back and streaky underparts.

Where to spot

Mangroves, estuaries, forested rivers, and lakes across Africa, Asia, and Australasia.

How to spot

Look for its small size, dark grey-green back, and streaky underside. Often perches low over the water, ready to strike at prey. Watch for its unique bait-fishing behavior.

When to spot

Year-round. Most active during dawn and dusk, but also seen throughout the day, often perched patiently at the water's edge.

Where to spot

Mangroves, estuaries, forested rivers, and lakes across Africa, Asia, and Australasia.

How to spot

Look for its small size, dark grey-green back, and streaky underside. Often perches low over the water, ready to strike at prey. Watch for its unique bait-fishing behavior.

When to spot

Year-round. Most active during dawn and dusk, but also seen throughout the day, often perched patiently at the water's edge.

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This ingenious heron is known to use bait, dropping small objects like leaves or insects onto the water surface to attract fish within striking range.

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