Goliath heron
'Ardea goliath'
Swahili: Pondagundi mkubwa/Koikoi jitu
Best parks to see it: Widespread
Similar in colour to the purple heron, the Goliath heron is unmistakable for its large size, more than 5 ft (1.5 m). In flight it differs from other herons because its legs are not stretched horizontally, but at an angle below the body. A solitary bird, it can be found around wetlands throughout the country (except in the northeast region): large lakes, rivers and permanent swamps. Breeds at lakes Baringo and Naivasha, where it can be easily seen fishing.
Goliath heron in Amboseli National Park. J.Y./Kenyalogy.com
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