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Capped Heron (Pilherodius pileatus)

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  1. super shot !! Posted 11 years ago

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The Capped Heron is a species of heron in the Ardeidae family. It is in the monotypic genus "Pilherodius". It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela. Its natural habitats are rivers, swamps, and freshwater lakes.

Similar species: Pelicans, Herons, Ibises
Species identified by stephen whittaker
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By stephen whittaker

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Uploaded Jan 19, 2014. Captured Aug 13, 2008 14:00.
  • NIKON D70
  • f/5.6
  • 10/600s
  • 330mm