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Asia
White-crowned Heron
Ixobrychus nycticorax
About this species
A characteristic species of the Ardeidae family, the White-crowned Heron occupies desert regions throughout Asia. Its IUCN status is currently Least Concern.
The White-crowned Heron is part of the order Pelecaniformes and the Ardeidae family. Its preferred habitat is desert, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, 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.