Tag: heron
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Amazing facts about the Boat-billed Heron of Mexico
Mexico’s glorious and diverse wildlife has always been a subject of wonder. One species that unmistakably draws attention is the enigmatic Boat-billed Heron. This bird, affectionately named after its broad, boat-like beak, is a spectacle of Mexican avifauna. The Boat-billed Heron, scientifically known as Cochlearius cochlearius, is an elegant nocturnal bird typically found in Mexico’s…
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The beautiful and secretive Agami Heron
The Agami Heron might be one of the most beautiful birds in the world. It’s undoubtedly one of the most unseen. The reclusive bird resides in the wetland habitats of Central America, stretching south to Peru and Brazil. One would think its elaborate plumage and a silvery splash of neck plumes would make it easy…