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Green Heron
Butorides virescens
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Not Evaluated
Poids
192,5 g
Famille
Ardeidae
Ordre
Pelecaniformes
The Green Heron (Butorides virescens) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a weight of 192.5 g.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Poids | 192,5 g | 6.79 oz |
Habitat & Range
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-23 days. Fledging: 21-23 days.
Taille de la couvée
3-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Butorides |
| Espèces | Butorides virescens |
Distribution
Green Heron has been recorded in 6 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
How does the Green Heron nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-23 days. Fledging: 21-23 days.
How big is the Green Heron?
The Green Heron has a weight of 192.5 g.
What order and family does the Green Heron belong to?
The Green Heron (Butorides virescens) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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