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Africa
Mottled Egret
Ardea intermedia
About this species
A characteristic species of the Ardeidae family, the Mottled Egret occupies wetland regions throughout Africa. Its IUCN status is currently Near Threatened.
The Mottled Egret 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 Africa.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Ardeidae family and Pelecaniformes order.