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Great Egret

Ardea alba

Photo by CostaBoyJack
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Field Notes

Description:

The Great Egret is a large heron with all-white plumage. Standing up to 1 m (3.3 ft) tall, this species can measure 80 to 104 cm (31 to 41 in) in length and have a wingspan of 131 to 170 cm (52 to 67 in).[5][6] Body mass can range from 700 to 1,500 g (1.5 to 3.3 lb), with an average of around 1,000 g (2.2 lb).

Habitat:

Sea World

Notes:

Look carefully, you can see a seal in the background.

Species ID Suggestions

Great Egret

Ardea alba

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