Indian Pond Heron
Ardeola grayii
Habitat
Ponds and wetlands
Weight
0.5-1.5 kg
Height
58-65 Cm
Lifespan
10-20 years
Origin
Indian subcontinent
Status
Least Concern
Bird
heron
About the Indian Pond Heron
Small heron with camouflage plumage that turns white in flight.
Location in Zoo
Venomous Reptile Exhibit
Feeding Times
Daytime
Feeding Habits
Carnivorous
Fun Facts
Called 'paddybird' as it often hunts in rice fields.
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Called 'paddybird' as it often hunts in rice fields.
Conservation Status
Current Threats
- Wading Birds Pavilion
Our Conservation Efforts
Urban wetland creation
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