The lava heron (Butorides sundevalli), also known as the Galápagos heron, is a species of heron endemic to the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador.

The lava heron, also known as the Galapagos heron, is a wading bird, endemic to the Galapagos Islands. These small herons live and nest along the lava rock coastlines, saltwater lagoons, and mangrove forests.

Lava Herons (Butorides sundevalli) are endemic (unique) to the Galapagos Islands. They can be mostly observed on the James Bay area of the islands. Lava Herons are small (35 centimetres), grey, dark on wings and back, and orange legs. Lava Herons can be found along the rock shores and mangrove swamps around the islands.

The lava heron or Galapagos heron inhabits the intertidal zone and the mangrove areas, feeding at the open shoreline by slowly moving in the shallow waters or even diving into them. Apart from crab and fish, it also eats insects, lizards, and eggs.

Galapagos herons, also known as lava herons, are found only in the Neotropical region. They are endemic to the Galapagos Islands in South America and are not found anywhere else. They are commonly found on all of the islands in the Galapagos.

The lava heron (Butorides sundevalli), also known as the Galápagos heron, is a species of heron endemic to the Galápagos Islands. The adult is slate-grey, which helps it blend in with the hardened lava. The back feathers typically have a silvery sheen and it has a …

The Lava Heron, also known as the Galapagos Heron, is a fascinating bird endemic to the Galapagos Islands. This species is perfectly adapted to the volcanic landscape, with its slate-gray feathers blending seamlessly with the dark lava rocks, making it difficult to spot.

The lava heron (Butorides sundevalli), also known as the Galápagos heron, is a species of heron endemic to the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador.

Identification record : Lava Heron (Butorides sundevalli) is a bird which belongs to the family of Ardéidés and the order of Pelecaniformes.

The lava heron (Butorides sundevalli), also known as the Galápagos heron, is a species of heron endemic to the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador.