Agami Heron
Agamia agami
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<birdfyi-bird slug="agamia-agami"></birdfyi-bird>The Agami Heron (Agamia agami) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 54.7 cm and a weight of 527.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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The Agami Heron is a near-threatened, strikingly patterned wading bird with a wingspan of about 55 cm and a weight of around 528 g. It inhabits shaded forest streams and swampy areas in Central and South America, where it stands motionless before striking with its exceptionally long, sharp bill.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 54.7 cm | 21.5 in |
| Weight | 527.5 g | 18.61 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Agamia |
| Species | Agamia agami |
Distribution
Agami Heron has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Ardeidae family