Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Any clue??

While out birding today in Pilanesberg, I stopped off at Bathlako Dam in the west of the Park. I was then presented with views of the following bird, confusing me no end as I only had one field guide with me. It was considerably larger than the numerous Green-backed Heron moving around, with the body easily twice the size of these Herons.

I have searched through all my books, and I think I have it confirmed. However, I would like to see what everyone else thinks .............



2 comments:

  1. Hi Stuart

    maybe sub adult black crowned night heron?

    happy birding

    regards
    Gerard

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  2. This is correct. Thanks for the comment. Stuart

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