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Purple Heron
Ardea purpurea
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Least Concern
Envergure
69,9 cm
Poids
873,75 g
Famille
Ardeidae
Ordre
Pelecaniformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 69,9 cm | 27.5 in |
| Poids | 873,75 g | 30.82 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 25-27 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-8
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Ardea |
| Espèces | Ardea purpurea |
Distribution
Purple Heron has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux 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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