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Asia
Long-billed Heron
Bubulcus cinerea
About this species
Bird-watchers in Asia often spot the Long-billed Heron in wetland settings. This Ardeidae species is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.
The Long-billed Heron is part of the order Pelecaniformes and the Ardeidae family. Its preferred habitat is wetland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Asia.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Ardeidae family and Pelecaniformes order.