StatusNative
RarityCommon
Height65 cm
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3 Facts1
"White-faced Herons often use a “foot-stirring” technique, moving their feet in the water to scare up hidden prey."
Field Guide
White-faced Heron
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The White-faced Heron is one of the most familiar and widespread herons in Australia, easily recognised by its elegant blue-grey plumage and distinctive white facial markings. This adaptable bird thrives in both natural wetlands and urban environments, making it a common sight across Australia, as well as in New Zealand, New Guinea, and parts of Southeast Asia.
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