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Purple Heron
Ardea purpurea
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Least Concern
Wingspan
69.9 cm
Weight
873.75 g
Family
Ardeidae
Order
Pelecaniformes
The Purple Heron (Ardea purpurea) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 69.9 cm and a weight of 873.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 69.9 cm | 27.5 in |
| Weight | 873.75 g | 30.82 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 25-27 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
Clutch Size
2-8
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Ardea |
| Species | Ardea purpurea |
Distribution
Purple Heron has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Purple Heron endangered?
The Purple Heron has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Purple Heron nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 25-27 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
How big is the Purple Heron?
The Purple Heron has a wingspan of 69.9 cm, weight of 873.75 g.
What order and family does the Purple Heron belong to?
The Purple Heron (Ardea purpurea) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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