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Great blue herons are large birds, and are in fact the largest herons in North America! They may be mistakenly called cranes, but they aren't. Great blue herons live near slow moving or still water systems and gather in large groups during their breeding season in spring. Great blue herons are commonly seen perched in trees, flying overhead, or wading in water looking for a meal!
Scientific Name: Ardea herodias
Range: found mostly in North and Central America; can be seen in South America and parts of Europe
Size: 4 feet (1.2m) tall; 6 foot (1.8m) wingspans; 7 pounds (3.2kg) in weight
Diet: fish, frogs, snakes, salamanders, insects, rodents, other birds, etc.
Lifespan: 15+ years
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Image and Video Credits:
classicalcookie891 - • Baby Great White Heron...
devra - www.flickr.com...
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Ken Thomas - en.wikipedia.o...
Brylie Oxley - commons.wikime...
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