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Great Egret

Casmerodius albus

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Field Notes

Description:

Large white bird similar in build to a heron. They used to be slaughtered for their feathers for Ladies hats.

Habitat:

He is hunting for anoles in our shrubbery on a rainy day. Often seen closer to water. But if they can pick up a quick meal in your yard they will.

Species ID Suggestions

Great Egret

Ardea alba

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peter
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Casmerodius albus
Carolina
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Comments (3)
peter
According to Wikipedia... in the past it was sometimes placed in Egretta or separated in a monotypic genus Casmerodius. Synonyms: Ardea alba Casmerodius albus Egretta alba We're both right ;)
Carolina
Now I'm confused Peter! http://www.iucnredlist.org/apps/redlist/details/144681/0
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2011

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