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Madagascar Heron
Ardea humbloti
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Endangered
Wingspan
89.8 cm
Weight
1060.0 g
Family
Ardeidae
Order
Pelecaniformes
The Madagascar Heron (Ardea humbloti) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 89.8 cm and a weight of 1.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 89.8 cm | 35.4 in |
| Weight | 1060.0 g | 37.39 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Ardea |
| Species | Ardea humbloti |
Distribution
Madagascar Heron has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Madagascar Heron endangered?
The Madagascar Heron has a conservation status of Endangered.
How big is the Madagascar Heron?
The Madagascar Heron has a wingspan of 89.8 cm, weight of 1060.0 g.
What order and family does the Madagascar Heron belong to?
The Madagascar Heron (Ardea humbloti) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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