striated heron; green-backed heron
A small heron species (Butorides striata) found in Japan and other parts of Asia. The name is usually written in katakana.
The striated heron catches small fish at the water's edge.
Katakana spelling is standard for this bird name; usually written in kana.
Rare kanji form; it is rarely used.
The name likely derives from the bird's call or appearance, but the exact origin is uncertain.