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Asia
Red-headed Heron
Ixobrychus garzetta
About this species
A characteristic species of the Ardeidae family, the Red-headed Heron occupies wetland regions throughout Asia. Its IUCN status is currently Vulnerable.
The Red-headed 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 Vulnerable, 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.