Boat-billed Heron - Birding Trinbago

Boat-billed Heron

Cochlearius cochlearius

Conservation Status: Least Concern

The Boat-billed Heron is a secretive resident of mangrove swamps on Trinidad. They are most active at dawn and dusk.

Wing Span: 76 cm

Length: 45-51 cm

Weight: 503-770 g

Boat-billed Heron, adult, breeding plumage, Jul 2018

Boat-billed Heron, juvenile, Apr 2018

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