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Green Heron

Butorides virescens

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Description:

From a distance Green Herons look all dark. In better light they are deep green on the back with a rich chestnut breast and neck. The wings are dark gray. Juveniles are browner, with pale streaking on the neck and spots on the wings.

Habitat:

Large marsh.

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Wildlife in fresh waters and wetlands of NE USA
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PublishedSeptember 11, 2015

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