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Ardea cinerea (Grey Heron) is a species of birds in the family Ardeidae. They are associated with freshwater habitat. They are native to the Palearctic, Asia, and Ethiopia. They are solitary, diurnal carnivores. They have parental care (pair provides care, female provides care, and paternal care). They rely on flight and gliding to move around.

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  • URI: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/NBO_0000369
  • Definition: Behavior related to the expansion lateral surface of the body with the intention of increasing the wind resistance against the body and hence reducing the speed of falling.
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Known occurrences, collected specimens and observations of Grey Heron. View this species on GBIF