Sunday,
20 April 2025
White-faced Heron a common sight in wetlands

THE White-faced Heron, known by some as the Blue Crane, is by far the most common large wading bird in our region. It can be seen in many different wetland habitats including swamps, rivers, drains and at farm dams; they even occur in pasture. The White-faced Heron is mostly light blue-grey in colour, with a characteristic white face. It has a slow bouncing flight that is easy to recognise.In flig...

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