Heron standing in shallow water at low tide

Name: Heron standing in shallow water at low tide
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Heron standing in shallow water at low tide

Questions about the subject, usage, technology & more

Which species of heron is that, and how can I identify the Striated Heron?

The image shows a striated heron (Butorides striata), also known as the mangrove heron or little heron. Key identification features include dark gray to blue-green plumage, a short neck, a long pointed bill, yellow to olive-colored eyes, and distinctly orange-yellow legs. At around 40 to 48 cm, it is significantly smaller than the grey heron and favors mangrove forests and tidal coasts in tropical regions.

How can this photo be used?

This stock photo is available for commercial licensing on Kataloop. With a resolution of 8640 x 5760 pixels, it suits large-format printing as well as digital applications. Typical use cases include nature documentaries, travel magazines focused on Southeast Asia, educational materials on ornithology, conservation campaign visuals, or ecotourism websites. The clean background also works well for editorial layouts requiring negative space.

What mood does this photo convey?

The bird stands motionless in the shallow tidal flat, body slightly angled forward, gaze fixed. This posture conveys concentrated stillness and the calm of a moment just before action. The bright, diffuse background of wet sand and shallow water accentuates the bird's isolation within the frame. The image has a documentary, factual tone and works well for content communicating closeness to nature and patience.

What equipment was used to capture this photo?

This shot of a striated heron on Koh Yao Noi was captured with the Sony Alpha 1 (ILCE-1) paired with the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS. The 50-megapixel sensor delivers an impressive resolution of 8640 x 5760 pixels, revealing fine feather detail and the subtle water reflection. The GM telephoto lens offers fast autofocus and optical image stabilization, making it ideal for handheld shots of wary coastal birds from a safe distance.

What visual style or trend does this photo represent?

Visual content around biodiversity and species conservation is gaining traction across media and brand communication. Organizations and publishers covering the decline of coastal habitats and wetlands increasingly rely on authentic wildlife photography that documents specific species in their natural environment. This image of a striated heron on a Southeast Asian tidal flat directly serves the demand for credible, species-specific nature documentation.

What is Koh Yao Noi known for?

Koh Yao Noi is one of the quieter islands of the Andaman Sea, located in Thailand's Phang Nga Province between Phuket and Krabi. Known for its largely unspoiled nature, mangrove coastlines, and rich birdlife, the island offers ideal habitats for coastal species like the striated heron. Its tidal flats and shallow bays attract wildlife photographers and nature travelers alike.

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