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The Squacco Heron, "Ardeola ralloides", is a small heron, 44–47 centimetres long, of which the body is 20–23 centimetres, with 80–92 centimetres wingspan. It is of Old World origins, breeding in southern Europe and the Greater Middle East.

Similar species: Pelicans, Herons, Ibises
Species identified by Yael Orgad
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By Yael Orgad

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Uploaded Jul 18, 2025. Captured Jun 28, 2025 11:55 in HWMF+46 Zikhron Ya'akov, Israel.
  • COOLPIX B700
  • f/5.6
  • 10/3200s
  • ISO100
  • 116.5mm