Intermediate Egret

Mesophoyx intermedia

Order:

Pelecaniformes

Family:

Ardeidae

Size:

65 to 80 centimeters (25 to 31 inches)

Weight:

400 to 800 grams (14 to 28 ounces)

Taxonomy:

(Temminck, 1828)

Short Description:

The Intermediate Egret (Ardea intermedia) is a species of egret found in Pakistan, characterized by its medium size and slender build. It possesses a long, thin neck and legs, with predominantly white plumage. During breeding season, its plumage may display subtle buff tones, particularly on its head and neck. Its bill is long and slender, typically yellow in color, and it sports dark legs and feet. Juveniles may exhibit more muted colors and lack the distinctive plumes seen in adults.

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In Pakistan, the Intermediate Egret is primarily distributed across various wetland habitats, including freshwater lakes, marshes, rivers, and coastal areas. It can be found across the country, from the lowlands to some higher elevation wetlands. Important sites for spotting this species include areas such as the Indus River Delta, Manchar Lake, Haleji Lake, and the coastal regions of Sindh and Balochistan.

Intermediate Egrets are typically solitary or found in small groups, though they may congregate in larger numbers at favored feeding grounds. Their diet consists mainly of fish, frogs, insects, and crustaceans, which they capture by patiently stalking through shallow water or by standing still and waiting for prey to come within striking distance. During breeding season, they may form loose colonies in trees or reed beds, constructing stick nests where they raise their young.

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