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| C/S: |
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Snowy Egret |
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Egretta thula |
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| Av. Size: |
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20 in ( 50 cm) |
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| Sounds: |
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N/A |
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| Identifying Characteristics: |
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common, all white w/ yellow eyes; adult: bill and legs black w/ yellow feet; juv: bill sometimes yellow w/ black tip |
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| Similar to/Compare with: |
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Immature Little Blue Heron dull in color with bill two-tone and legs yellowish-green |
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| Range: |
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North to South America |
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| Habitat: |
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feeds in salt, fresh and brackish water; prefers lower areas of trees and bushes (e.g., mangroves) for nesting |
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| Other Info/Notes on Photo: |
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Fun to photo when their feathers are “ruffled” |
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