Is it a Pond Heron or Squacco in subadult plumage Al Qudra Lake 10 July 2019
Tommy PedersenJul 10, 2019I'd say Indian Pond Heron due to the strong black line between eye and bill, with dark neck streakings and a very dark back as good supporting ID features.
Reza KhanJul 10, 2019Thank you so much Tommy for the confirmation. There were 2 adult Sqaucco in the nearby reed bed and on the island. Regardsreza Khan
I'd say Indian Pond Heron due to the strong black line between eye and bill, with dark neck streakings and a very dark back as good supporting ID features.
A GREAT record, Dr Reza
Thank you so much Tommy for the confirmation. There were 2 adult Sqaucco in the nearby reed bed and on the island. Regards
reza Khan
Also lead-grey upper mandible to bill, "braided rope" streaks on neck.