Birds Database .. detailed information | |
Striated Heron , Mangrove Heron Butorides striatus | |
Photo Courtesy of Birdway Australia | |
Bird Family : | "Egrets and Herons" Ardeidae |
Description : | Uncommon local species. Length 49cm. Call is a variety of sharp calls. Eats fish and small crustaceans. |
Typical Habitat : | Mangroves and intertidal zones. |
Distribution : | Locally common around the tropical coast to N.S.W. and VIC. border. |
Migration : | Resident / breeding. Town Common, Magnetic Island and Townsville Harhour. Main breeding season, September to January. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
Additional info .. | locations seen (26) .. observations (82) .. habitats seen (1) .. |
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