Ardeola

Ardeola is a genus of small herons, typically 40–50 cm long with 80–100 cm wingspan. Most breed in the tropical Old World, but the migratory Squacco Heron occurs in southern Europe and the Middle East and winters in Africa.

Species

 * Indian Pond Heron, Ardeola grayii
 * Squacco Heron, Ardeola ralloides
 * Chinese Pond Heron, Ardeola bacchus
 * Javan Pond Heron, Ardeola speciosa
 * Malagasy Pond Heron, Ardeola idae
 * Rufous-bellied Heron, Ardeola rufiventris