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Pied Heron
Egretta picata
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Least Concern
Envergure
45,2 cm
Poids
291,0 g
Famille
Ardeidae
Ordre
Pelecaniformes
The Pied Heron (Egretta picata) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 45.2 cm and a weight of 291 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 45,2 cm | 17.8 in |
| Poids | 291,0 g | 10.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Egretta |
| Espèces | Egretta picata |
Distribution
Pied Heron has been recorded in 2 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Pied Heron endangered?
The Pied Heron has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Pied Heron nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Pied Heron?
The Pied Heron has a wingspan of 45.2 cm, weight of 291.0 g.
What order and family does the Pied Heron belong to?
The Pied Heron (Egretta picata) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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