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Ardeola Collection

Ardeola, also known as the Pond Heron, is a fascinating bird species that captivates nature enthusiasts with its graceful presence

Background imageArdeola Collection: Crab plover, Dromas ardeola, and black swan, Cygnus atratus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving

Crab plover, Dromas ardeola, and black swan, Cygnus atratus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere
FLO4659930 Crab plover, Dromas ardeola, and black swan, Cygnus atratus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris

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DDE-90034784
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta nest with parents with chicks. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034778
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034783
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034782
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034781
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta nest with parents and chicks. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034780
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta nest with parents and chicks. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034779
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta nest with parents and chicks. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034774
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta nest with parents. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034777
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta with larvae of a dragonfly. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034776
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034775
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta nest with parents. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034773
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta nest with parents. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034771
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034772
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034768
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034770
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034769
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta in flight. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034765
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta pair. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90034763
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in the Danube Delta. Europe, Romania Date: 29/11/2008

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DDE-90019481
Kenya, Ambroseli National Park. Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) Date: 27/08/2005

Background imageArdeola Collection: Crab plover, Dromas ardeola, and black swan, Cygnus atratus

Crab plover, Dromas ardeola, and black swan, Cygnus atratus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Background imageArdeola Collection: Crab plover, Dromas ardeola

Crab plover, Dromas ardeola (Abyssinian erody, Ardea pondiceriana). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1824

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Picture No. 10899620
Indian pond heron - perched feathers fluffed up (Ardeola grayii) Date:

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Picture No. 10883802
Indian Pond Heron - with caught catfish (Ardeola grayii) Date:

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Picture No. 10883803
Indian Pond Heron - in flight with fish (catfish) (Ardeola grayii) Date:

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Picture No. 10859546
Indian Pond Heron, with frog in mouth. (Ardeola grayii) Date:

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Picture No. 10857764
Crab PLOVER - flock on beach (Dromas ardeola) Date:

Background imageArdeola Collection: Ardeola ralloides, squacco heron

Ardeola ralloides, squacco heron
Plate 25 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Background imageArdeola Collection: Ardeola grayli, indian pond heron

Ardeola grayli, indian pond heron
Indian pond heron egg specimens

Background imageArdeola Collection: Squacco Heron on fence post - Taken in the Coto Donana, Spain

Squacco Heron on fence post - Taken in the Coto Donana, Spain

Background imageArdeola Collection: Squacco Heron in breeding plumage. just caught a tadpole. This is a stocky species with a short neck

Squacco Heron in breeding plumage. just caught a tadpole. This is a stocky species with a short neck, short thick bill and buff-brown back. In summer, adults have long neck feathers

Background imageArdeola Collection: Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in flight over nesting Glossy Ibis, Coto Donana, Andalucia, Spain

Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) in flight over nesting Glossy Ibis, Coto Donana, Andalucia, Spain

Background imageArdeola Collection: Rufous bellied heron a young adult bird - Okavango Botswana

Rufous bellied heron a young adult bird - Okavango Botswana

Background imageArdeola Collection: Squacco Heron in breeding plumage. This is a stocky species with a short neck

Squacco Heron in breeding plumage. This is a stocky species with a short neck, short thick bill and buff-brown back. In summer, adults have long neck feathers


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Ardeola, also known as the Pond Heron, is a fascinating bird species that captivates nature enthusiasts with its graceful presence. With its scientific name DDE-90034784, this avian creature belongs to the family Ardeidae and can be found in various regions across the globe. DDE-90034778: The Ardeola's distinctive appearance includes a slender body adorned with beautiful plumage. Its feathers range from shades of white and gray to hues of brown and chestnut, creating an exquisite blend of colors. DDE-90034783: These birds are often spotted near freshwater habitats such as ponds, lakes, marshes, or even rice fields. Their long legs enable them to wade through shallow waters effortlessly while searching for their preferred diet of small fish, amphibians, insects, and crustaceans. DDE-90034782: they are skilled hunters who patiently wait for their prey before striking swiftly with their sharp beaks. Their exceptional fishing abilities make them an essential part of maintaining ecological balance within their ecosystems. DDE-90034781: During breeding season, male Ardeolas display elaborate courtship rituals by puffing up their chests and showcasing vibrant plumes. This mesmerizing spectacle not only attracts potential mates but also serves as a visual treat for lucky observers. DDE-90034780: Nesting high above on trees or shrubs near water bodies provides protection against predators like snakes or mammals. Female Ardeolas carefully construct sturdy nests using twigs and leaves where they lay eggs that hatch into adorable chicks after an incubation period. DDE-90034779: As these young ones grow under the watchful eyes of their parents (identified by DDE-90034774), they gradually develop flight feathers allowing them to explore beyond the confines of their nests, and is truly remarkable witnessing these fledglings take flight for the first time. DDE-90034777.