Q: Dear Owlie,
I have
been really interested in learning about birds lately! Can you teach me about a
bird that can be found at the Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park? Thanks,
Owlie!
Sincerely,
Blue
Bird
A: Dear Blue Bird,
I would be happy to teach you about one of the many birds we have at the park!
Today, let’s learn about the Black Crowned Night Heron! If you want to learn
more about the other birds we have at the park, check out our previous blog
posts or our Instagram @chinocreekwetlands.
The Black
Crowned Night Heron is one of the few species of Herons that can be found at
the park. While visiting the park, you may see not only the Black Crowned Night
Heron, but the Great Blue Heron or Green Heron too! To tell the difference
between this heron and other herons, remember this species has black on their
heads and down their back, like the name “Black Crowned” says. These are
shorter birds and often can be found sitting perched in the ponds. When Black
Crowned Night Herons fly, they tilt their head which makes it look like they do
not have a neck. This species of heron can be found in wetlands throughout
North America.
Keep an
eye out for the Black Crowned Night Heron on your next visit to the Chino Creek
Wetlands and Educational Park!
Talk to
you all soo(HOO)n!
Owlie
