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| White-Bellied Heron (courtesy:Tourism Council of Bhutan) |
The white-bellied heron (Ardea insignis), also known as the
imperial heron or great white-bellied heron, is a species of large heron found
in Bhutan. It is mostly dark grey with a white throat and underparts. This
heron is mostly solitary and is found on undisturbed riverside or wetland
habitats. The global population has declined and the species is threatened by
disturbance and habitat degradation. The species is currently listed as
Critically Endangered by the IUCN.
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