Pahurehure Inlet, Papakura, Auckland
Seen on 2 occasions in last 3 days feeding on exposed mudflats at low tide. Only had a fleeting view from SH1 but bird was feeding alongside WF herons and seemed to be the same size.
possible Intermediate egret - Papakura
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Re: possible Intermediate egret - Papakura
Cheers Dave,
Any reason why this couldn't be the Little Egret that was present at that location during the winter? Intermediates tend to be more closely associated with freshwater environments.
Russ C
Morrinsville, NZ
Any reason why this couldn't be the Little Egret that was present at that location during the winter? Intermediates tend to be more closely associated with freshwater environments.
Russ C
Morrinsville, NZ
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Re: possible Intermediate egret - Papakura
I agree - Quite probably a Little Egret. Did not get a good enough look at bird though. I suggested Intermediate as it did seem to be the same size as WF Herons(not smaller).
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Re: possible Intermediate egret - Papakura
Hopefully it remains in the area for a closer approach. I'm sure there are many out there that would love it to be an Inty!
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Re: possible Intermediate egret - Papakura
If it was the same size as a WFHeron, isn't it more likely to be a Spoonbill?
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Re: possible Intermediate egret - Papakura
sav wrote:If it was the same size as a WFHeron, isn't it more likely to be a Spoonbill?
I was surprised at the size of the Little Egret at Foxton, it was very similar to the nearby WFH. I was anticipating it to more.... Little
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