Herons are freshwater and coastal birds belonging to the family Ardeidae. There 64 recognized species worldwide. Some are called egrets or bitterns. There are around 19 species of this bird found in Malaysia. Herons are medium to large-sized birds with long legs and necks. The smallest measure less than 12 inches and the largest around 60 inches in height. Herons are highly mobile birds with most species being partially migratory. Herons and bitterns are carnivorous and are mostly associated with wetlands and water thus they feed on a variety of aquatic live. Heron's breeding season happens once a year and their nests are usually found near or above water where they are built securely around water vegetation.
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| 1. MALAYSIAN FIRST DAY COVER - HERONS AND BITTERNS - 25 JUNE 2015 |
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| 2. MALAYSIAN FIRST DAY COVER - HERONS AND BITTERNS - 25 JUNE 2015 |
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