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Cocoi Heron

Ardea cocoi

Least Concern
Wingspan
93.3 cm
Weight
1899.5 g
Family
Ardeidae
Order
Pelecaniformes

The Cocoi Heron (Ardea cocoi) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 93.3 cm and a weight of 1.9 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 93.3 cm 36.7 in
Weight 1899.5 g 67.00 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 20-29 days. Fledging: 55 days.

Clutch Size

2-5

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons)
Family Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets)
Genus Ardea
Species Ardea cocoi

Distribution

Cocoi Heron has been recorded in 4 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cocoi Heron endangered?
The Cocoi Heron has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cocoi Heron nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 20-29 days. Fledging: 55 days.
How big is the Cocoi Heron?
The Cocoi Heron has a wingspan of 93.3 cm, weight of 1899.5 g.
What order and family does the Cocoi Heron belong to?
The Cocoi Heron (Ardea cocoi) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.

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