Herons in Western Sahara

Learn about 6 birds from the Herons family (Ardeidae) found in Western Sahara. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Black-crowned Night-heron

Black-crowned Night-heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

Least Concern
Cattle Egret

Cattle Egret

Bubulcus ibis

Least Concern
Grey Heron

Grey Heron

Ardea cinerea

Least Concern
Little Egret

Little Egret

Egretta garzetta

Least Concern
Purple Heron

Purple Heron

Ardea purpurea

Least Concern
Squacco Heron

Squacco Heron

Ardeola ralloides

Least Concern

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