Egrets [Egretta]
Description
Egretta is a genus of medium-sized herons known as egrets, characterized by their slender bodies, long necks, and long legs. Members of this genus are often bright white, with some species exhibiting colorful plumage during the breeding season. They inhabit a wide range of wetland habitats, feeding on fish, amphibians, and insects.
Species

Great Egret [Ardea alba]
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Intermediate Egret [Ardea intermedia]
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Chinese Egret [Egretta eulophotes]
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Little Egret [Egretta garzetta]
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Western Reef Egret [Egretta gularis]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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Class |
Birds
Aves
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Order |
Pelicans and Relatives
Pelecaniformes
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Family |
Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns
Ardeidae
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Statistics
- Species 5