Cocoi Heron Ardea cocoi
Overview
Description
The cocoi heron (Ardea cocoi) is a species of long-legged wading bird in the heron family Ardeidae found across South America. It has predominantly pale grey plumage with a darker grey crest. A carnivore, it hunts fish and crustaceans in shallow water.1
Taxonomy
Pelecaniformes > Ardeidae (Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns) > Herons, Ibis, and Allies
Sightings
Relevant Sightings
- 10-11-2024 - Región Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile (Only Sighting)
Places Seen
- Región Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile
Media
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