Featured in: Year 1: Animals, including humans
Grey Heron
Bird
A tall, long-legged wading bird with a long beak, often seen hunting at the edge of ponds.
💡 Fun Facts
- Herons stand completely still for long periods, waiting for a fish to swim past before striking like lightning.
- They nest in large groups high up in tall trees; this is called a heronry.
- Despite their large size, they are incredibly light, weighing only about 1.5 kg.