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News: The Malayan Night Heron has been spotted in Madurai for the first time, near the Alagar Kovil hills.
About Malayan Night Heron
- The Malayan Night Heron, also known as Malaysian Night Heron, is a medium sized heron.
- It has reddish-brown plumage, black underwings, black crown and crest, stout bill and short neck.
- It is found in Southern and Eastern Asia, migrating to India during the winter season. It usually inhabits forests, streams and marshes.
- It is typically nocturnal but can be active during the day too.
- It is generally solitary. It prefers roosting in trees and feeding in open areas.
- Its IUCN status is Least Concern.
