Habitat Loss and Degradation
Wetlands essential for feeding and nesting are lost to urban development, agriculture, and pollution.
Hunting and Poaching
The birds are hunted for meat and feathers in some regions, causing population declines.
Pesticides and Contaminants
Pesticides accumulate in the heron's body, causing health and reproductive problems.
Climate Change
Rising sea levels, extreme weather, and shifting prey distributions make survival and reproduction more difficult.