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Egret, Little

Roberts No: 67

Entirely white, medium sized Heron with a black bill, black legs and conspicuous yellow feet. Feeds in groups in shallow water at low tide, often with Spoonbill, on the northern side of Leisure Isle. Many more present in winter after breeding season.

Family Name:
Egretta garzetta
Common Name:
Egret, Little
Size:
55 to 65 cm
Status:
Resident