Javan Pond-Heron
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    Javan Pond-Heron

    Ardeola speciosa

    Waterbirds
    Least Concern

    The Javan pond heron is a wading bird of the heron family, found in shallow fresh and salt-water wetlands in Southeast Asia. Its diet comprises insects, fish, and crabs.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Javan Pond-Heron. Sightings recorded in 117 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Southeast Asia
    Cagar Alam DonoloyoEast Java & Bali Volcanic Arc, Indonesia
    Rare
    Kawasan Gunung LawuEast Java & Bali Volcanic Arc, Indonesia
    Rare
    Pegunungan Lawu SelatanWest & Central Java Highlands, Indonesia
    Rare
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