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Donkees

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Mon Apr 29, 2024, 04:11 PM Apr 29

Capped Heron (Pilherodius pileatus)





Morten Ross
Peruvian Amazon

''This gorgeous medium-sized heron is uncommon but widespread in lowlands of South America, barely extending into eastern Panama. Not likely to be mistaken: combination of silvery back, buffy neck and belly, black cap, and blue lores (sometimes radiant turquoise!) help distinguish this species from other herons. Also note the long white plumes on the back of the head. Occurs around swamps, forested ponds, and rivers, usually singly.''

https://ebird.org/species/capher1
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Capped Heron (Pilherodius pileatus) (Original Post) Donkees Apr 29 OP
At first glance, the top photo looks like a heart. calimary Apr 29 #1
in second photo was the bird going after a fish? AllaN01Bear Apr 30 #2
You'll see tiny fish sticking out of the beak if you enlarge the photo Donkees Apr 30 #3
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