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Birds
Goliath heron
Goliath heron · Ardea goliath
With its majestic appearance and impressive size, the goliath heron is a fascinating sight in the wild.
Fact file
- Size
- A height of up to 1.50 m and a weight of up to 5 kg.
- Males and females
- Both sexes look similar, but males are generally larger.
- Sounds
- Loud calls during courtship or to mark their territory.
- Diet
- Primarily fish, occasionally other aquatic animals such as amphibians.
- Offspring
- Nests in colonies, with the female usually laying two to three eggs.
How to identify Goliath heron
The goliath heron has an impressive build, reaching a height of up to 1.50 metres. Its plumage is predominantly grey-blue with striking white and black accents, especially on the head and neck.
The long legs are ideal for life in shallow waters, and its long beak is perfectly adapted for hunting fish. Particularly characteristic is the elegant, elongated neck, which is often visible in an elevated posture when the bird is standing.
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- one place where you can see Goliath heron
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