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| Birds Database .. detailed information | |
| White-necked Heron , Pacific Heron Ardea pacifica | |
White-necked (Pacific) Heron Photo Courtesy of Birdway Australia | |
White-necked (Pacific) Heron Photo Courtesy of Birdway Australia | |
| Bird Family : | "Egrets and Herons" Ardeidae |
| Description : | Uncommon in local area. Length 1m. Scarce during dry season. Eats insects, crustaceans, frogs and fish. |
| Typical Habitat : | Moist pasture, reedy swamps and freshwater wetland. |
| Distribution : | Moderately common Australia wide execpt arid interior. |
| Migration : | Resident / migrant / non-breeding in local area. Main breeding season, September to February. |
| Introduced : | No |
| Seen North Qld : | Yes |
| Additional info .. | locations seen (21) .. observations (36) .. habitats seen (1) .. |
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