HERONS, EGRETS

Great Egret, Ardea alba

Family Ardeidae (Herons, Egrets)

Size: 38"

Season: Year-round

Habitat: Freshwater and saltwater marshes

The Great Egret is all white and has a long, thin yellow bill and long black legs. It develops long, lacy plumes across its back during the breeding season. Stalking slowly, it pursues fish, frogs, and other aquatic animals. The adult is illustrated.