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White-faced heron chick (2nd of 2)

White-faced heron chick

Herons have keen eyes for spotting fast-moving fish through the surface of the water, and an efficient bill for catching them. This chick will soon be fledging and hunting for its own food.

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Department of Conservation
Reference: 10032232

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Gerard Hutching. 'Herons', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 24-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/herons/2/4/2