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Great Egret

Description:

The Great Egret is a large bird with all-white plumage that can reach one meter in height, weigh up to 950 grams (2.1 lb) and a wingspan of 165 to 215 cm.

Habitat:

The Great Egret is partially migratory, with northern hemisphere birds moving south from areas with colder winters. It breeds in colonies in trees close to large lakes with reed beds or other extensive wetlands. It builds a bulky stick nest.



1 species ID suggestions

peter
peter 2 years ago
Great Egret
Ardea alba Great Egret

2 Comments

ScarlettKaletKale
ScarlettKaletKale 2 years ago

u´re right! haha i'm gonna add it :D

peter
peter 2 years ago

Why not add the scientific name and link to Wikipedia as well :)

Mexico

Lat: 17.28, Long: -91.62

Spotted on Feb 7, 2011
Submitted on Feb 24, 2011

Spotted for mission

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