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Species related to the Madagascar pond heron (Ardeola idae)

African manatee (Trichechus senegalensis)
The African manatee is the least known of all the Sirenians; the unique group of manatees and dugongs that are the only herbivorous marine... More 2 Images 0 videos
Perret’s snout-burrower (Hemisus perreti)
Very little is known about the peculiar-looking Perret’s snout-burrower (Hemisus perreti). Hemisus species are known as the shovel-nosed... More 4 Images 0 videos
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos)
The common sandpiper is a rather small, short-legged wader with a long, straight beak, relatively drab colouration, and a distinctive... More 19 Images 0 videos
White-backed vulture (Gyps africanus)
This is Africa’s most common large vulture, an accomplished scavenger that feeds on the carcasses of Africa’s large animals. Its plumage is... More 38 Images 7 Videos
Black-winged pranticole (Glareola nordmanni)
In appearance this bird may be fairly unremarkable, but the black-winged pranticole is notable for the incredible migrations it undertakes... More 5 Images 0 videos
Garganey (Anas querquedula)
Information on the garganey (Anas querquedula) is being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 16 Images 1 Video
Slaty egret (Egretta vinaceigula)
Information on the slaty egret is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 10 Images 0 videos
Bittern (Botaurus stellaris)
The bittern (Botaurus stellaris) is more likely to be heard than seen. The loud booming call, uttered by males during the breeding... More 23 Images 5 Videos
Little egret (Egretta garzetta)
This striking and elegant member of the heron family can be identified by its pure white feathers; elongated, sinuous neck; long, black legs... More 40 Images 3 Videos
Striated heron (Butorides striata)
Also known as the little heron due to its small size, the striated heron has a dark grey back, a thick grey to reddish-brown neck, a large... More 26 Images 2 Videos
Dog-faced water snake (Cerberus rynchops)
Information on the dog-faced water snake (Cerberus rynchops) is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 9 Images 0 videos
Arenaria (Arenaria leptoclados)
Information on Arenaria leptoclados is being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 6 Images 0 videos
Millettia (Millettia macrophylla)
Information on Millettia macrophylla is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 1 Image 0 videos
Cape hare (Lepus capensis)
A widespread and abundant species, the Cape hare is a typical hare in appearance, with long, slender limbs, large hind feet, a short tail... More 12 Images 2 Videos
White-fronted brown lemur (Eulemur albifrons)
This medium-sized lemur has a horizontal posture, which is suited to its predominantly quadrupedal mode of movement. These lemurs are also... More 14 Images 0 videos
Kotso (Paretroplus petiti)
Information on Paretroplus petiti is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 3 Images 0 videos
African hawk eagle (Hieraaetus spilogaster)
Information on the African hawk eagle is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 13 Images 0 videos
Dypsis (Dypsis serpentina)
Information on Dypsis serpentina is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 1 Image 0 videos
Four-spotted tree cophyline frog (Platypelis tetra)
ARKive is working with the Global Amphibian Assessment (GAA) to source images of the world's threatened amphibian species.A collaboration... More 1 Image 0 videos
Wood’s cycad (Encephalartos woodii)
In 1895, a single clump of an unknown cycad species was discovered by John Medley Wood on the edge of a forest in South Africa. Over the... More 7 Images 0 videos
Freesia (Freesia leichtlinii)
Information on Freesia leichtlinii is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 1 Image 0 videos
Tiger chameleon (Archaius tigris)
With a length of just 16 centimetres, this enchanting species is relatively small for a chameleon. Body colour varies from inconspicuous... More 24 Images 1 Video
Euphorbia (Euphorbia waringiae)
Information on Euphorbia waringiae is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 4 Images 0 videos
Black mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis)
Information on the black mamba is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 13 Images 1 Video
Crown of thorns (Euphorbia milii)
The crown of thorns is a low growing, heavily branched, woody shrub, with oval shaped leaves and dense purplish-brown stems covered by many... More 20 Images 0 videos
Stipagrostis (Stipagrostis hirtigluma)
Information on Stipagrostis hirtigluma is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 4 Images 0 videos
Euphorbia (Euphorbia neobosseri)
Information on Euphorbia neobosseri is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 3 Images 0 videos
Cussonia (Cussonia gamtoosensis)
Information on Cussonia gamtoosensis is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 2 Images 0 videos
Blue orchid peacock (Aulonocara kandeense)
Information on the blue orchid peacock is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 3 Images 0 videos
Canada spikesedge (Eleocharis geniculata)
Information on the Canada spikesedge (Eleocharis geniculata) is being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 7 Images 0 videos

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