Great egret

Ardea alba

Family: heron Order: Pelecaniformes Conservation: Least Concern
Great egret

About the Great egret

species of bird

Fun Facts About Great egret

  • The Great egret (Ardea alba) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Great egret is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderPelecaniformes
Familyheron
GenusArdea
SpeciesArdea alba

Range & Habitat

Range map of Great egret

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Related Species

Other species in the heron family: