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Squacco Heron
jmorlan

Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides)

Hiding in the reeds, this small compact heron reminds me of a heavily pigmented Cattle Egret. When they fly they transform into a mostly white bird with all white wings and belly. They are resident in Africa, but migratory in southern Europe and Asia.
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Location
Okavango River--Xaro Lodge, North-West, Botswana.
Date taken
30 July 2023.
Scientific name
Ardeola ralloides
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delia todd
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Yes, I couldn't believe it was really the same bird when I first saw a flight picture!!!

A terrific picture you've taken of this pretty heron Joe - well done my friend.
 

Media information

Category
Africa
Added by
jmorlan
Date added
View count
454
Comment count
3

Image metadata

Device
Canon Canon PowerShot SX70 HS
Aperture
ƒ/6.5
Focal length
247.0 mm
Exposure time
1/400 second(s)
ISO
100
Filename
SquaccoHeronIMG_3397.jpg
File size
632.7 KB
Date taken
Sun, 30 July 2023 4:48 PM
Dimensions
1024px x 1140px

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