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It is a lanky stork-like bird, ashy grey above with white crown and neck. It is greyish white below, with long slender S-shaped neck, narrow head, and pointed dagger bill. It also has a long black occipital crest, and elongated white feathers on the breast with some black streaks. The female is similar, but its crest and pectoral plumes are less developed. It is a solitary bird, found at reedy jheels, rivers etc. The Grey Heron is somewhat crepescular. It wades circumspectly into shallow water with neck craned and bill poised, or stands hunched up but alert waiting for a frog or fish to blunder within striking range. It flies with steady wing beats, neck folded back and head drawn in between the shoulders, with its long legs trailing behind. Its call consists of a deep harsh croak uttered in flight.Its nesting season is from November to March. Both sexes share all domestic duties.
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