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Whistling Heron

Syrigma sibilatrix

Least Concern
Wingspan
58.0 cm
Weight
462.5 g
Family
Ardeidae
Order
Pelecaniformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 58.0 cm 22.8 in
Weight 462.5 g 16.31 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28 days.

Clutch Size

3-4

Taxonomy

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

Distribution

Whistling Heron has been recorded in 4 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Whistling Heron endangered?
The Whistling Heron has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Whistling Heron nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28 days.
How big is the Whistling Heron?
The Whistling Heron has a wingspan of 58.0 cm, weight of 462.5 g.
What order and family does the Whistling Heron belong to?
The Whistling Heron (Syrigma sibilatrix) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.

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