Russia's wildlife ABC: Tsaplya
A long-legged statuesque figure that waits motionless for its prey for hours.
Ц – Цапля
The grey heron is the most common heron in Russia. It stands motionless in the water, like a statue, patiently waiting for a fish or frog. The ‘tsaplya’ nests in colonies, often in trees and can fly long distances. Its flight is slow and smooth, with a characteristic S‑shaped neck.
