The Pacific reef heron is a species of heron and is commonly seen in southern Asia and Oceania. It's a typical coastal bird, and especially likes to live on rocky islands. Some members have entirely white plumage while most Pacific reef herons are dark with charcoal-grey plumage. Check out the video taken in China's Guangdong Province to see more about this elegant bird. 

The Colors of Nature

Nature has a lot of colors. Which is your favorite color? This series offers a sensory experience by combining music, color and natural scenery. Join CGTN Nature to explore the beauty of colors in nature. 

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Snowy Kanas in NW China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

The beauty of yellow sand

The beauty of the color black

The beauty of the color brown

Do you like the color green?

The beauty of yellow leaves

The Colors of Nature: Pink peach flowers in Tibet

The Colors of Nature: The yellow waterfall

The Colors of Nature: Do you like the color red?

(Cover images via CFP)

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