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Little Blue Heron
Egretta caerulea
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Least Concern
Envergure
51,6 cm
Poids
352,0 g
Famille
Ardeidae
Ordre
Pelecaniformes
The Little Blue Heron (Egretta caerulea) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 51.6 cm and a weight of 352 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 51,6 cm | 20.3 in |
| Poids | 352,0 g | 12.42 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 20-24 days. Fledging: 30 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Egretta |
| Espèces | Egretta caerulea |
Distribution
Little Blue Heron has been recorded in 6 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Little Blue Heron endangered?
The Little Blue Heron has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Little Blue Heron nest?
Incubation: 20-24 days. Fledging: 30 days.
How big is the Little Blue Heron?
The Little Blue Heron has a wingspan of 51.6 cm, weight of 352.0 g.
What order and family does the Little Blue Heron belong to?
The Little Blue Heron (Egretta caerulea) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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