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About the Black Heron
The black heron is a medium-sized dark heron found around shallow freshwater habitats across much of sub-Saharan Africa. Adults have predominantly black to dark slate-grey plumage, dark legs and yellow facial skin and feet. It feeds mainly on small fish and aquatic prey. The species is particularly famous for its umbrella-feeding technique, spreading its wings over its head to create shade and improve its ability to detect and catch prey.
How to identify the Black Heron
Medium-sized blackish heron with a black bill and legs, yellow feet and yellow eyes. Often identified by its characteristic habit of spreading its wings into an umbrella shape while hunting.
Recent Black Heron sightings in Rietvlei Nature Reserve
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