Malagasy Heron [Ardea humbloti]
Description
The Malagasy Heron is a large heron species found only in Madagascar. It has a gray body, a white neck and head with a black cap, and a long, pointed yellow beak. It is found in a wide range of wetland habitats, but prefers shallow lakes and marshes. This species is non-migratory and is often observed hunting alone, feeding on fish, amphibians, and insects.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Birds
Aves
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| Order |
Pelicans and Relatives
Pelecaniformes
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| Family |
Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns
Ardeidae
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| Genus |
Madagascar Herons
Zanclostomus
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