Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea), originally uploaded by Z.Faisal.

Locally known as Dhupni Bok, Khaira Bok, Pidali Bok, Daing Bok.

This is a common resident in Bangladesh. Widely distributed in wetlands. Usually occurs solitary or in loose groups. Often roosts in groups in sandbars or on trees. Sits still in shallow water and hunts fish & frogs. Breeds year-round. Nest in colonies.

Muhuri river , Feni.
16th January’09

Note: Smaller one on the left is an Intermediate Egret.