Agami Heron
Agamia agami
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Near Threatened
Envergure
54,7 cm
Poids
527,5 g
Famille
Ardeidae
Ordre
Pelecaniformes
À propos
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 54,7 cm | 21.5 in |
| Poids | 527,5 g | 18.61 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Agamia |
| Espèces | Agamia agami |
Distribution
Agami Heron has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Agami Heron endangered?
The Agami Heron has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Agami Heron nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Agami Heron?
The Agami Heron has a wingspan of 54.7 cm, weight of 527.5 g.
What order and family does the Agami Heron belong to?
The Agami Heron (Agamia agami) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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