White-faced Heron Egretta novaehollandiae Length: 66-69 cm. This elegant, long-legged bird is often seen foraging around the lake. It walks slowly and waits motionlessly for long periods before striking at it’s prey; a wide range of vertebrates and invertebrates. It has been seen attempting to swallow a small turtle. They nest in tall trees; look … Continue reading White-faced Heron