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The Urban Herons Of Amsterdam

Over the years a large population of grey herons have made an unlikely home in urban Amsterdam. Julie Hrudova documents how the birds integrate into city life.


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Grey herons have taken up residency in Amsterdam in recent decades, and are often seen at markets hoping to catch some fish or chicken.

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They’ve become well accustomed to urban life in the Dutch capital.


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Hundreds of herons come to the city during winter to find food and shelter.


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At the Dappermarket in the east of Amsterdam, herons can often be seen circling around the stalls.


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Some regulars in a nearby cafe hold a contest to see who can capture the most herons in one photo. The current record is 29.


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Leftovers at the Albert Cuyp market.


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Herons usually hunt for food in ditches and lakes, but can take a more urban approach.


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Herons wait for leftovers at the market.


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Some residents have even started feeding the herons themselves.


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There are around 800 pairs of herons in 25 different colonies in Amsterdam.


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The Netherlands has the highest density of grey heron colonies in northern Europe.


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The herons mostly build their nests in trees in city parks.


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Amsterdam’s urban herons even had a documentary made about them.

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