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Purple Heron
Ardea purpurea
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Least Concern
翼開長
69.9 cm
体重
873.75 g
科
Ardeidae
目
Pelecaniformes
The Purple Heron (Ardea purpurea) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 69.9 cm and a weight of 873.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼開長 | 69.9 cm | 27.5 in |
| 体重 | 873.75 g | 30.82 oz |
Habitat & Range
保全状況
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
行動と繁殖
営巣
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 25-27 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
一腹卵数
2-8
分類学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| 科 | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Ardea |
| 種 | Ardea purpurea |
Distribution
Purple Heron has been recorded in 4 countries.
生息あり
Not recorded
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よくある質問
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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