Scientific Name: Ardeola grayii Common Names: Indian Pond Heron, Paddybird Other Name: Wanchak
Identifying Features: short neck, buff brown back, white wings, yellow beak with black tip, small heron, yellow eyes
Fun Facts:
- Indian Pond heron has voice similar to that of humans’ voice.
- Its legs change color from green to bright yellow during breeding season. Some individuals even have red legs.
This image was clicked by Nitoo Das.
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