Heron vs Egret: What's The Difference
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Herons and egrets are both types of birds, but they can be distinguished by their size, color, and other features
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Herons can be 36-54 inches long, with a wingspan of 66-79 inches. Egrets can be 37-41 inches tall, with a wingspan of 51.5-57 inches
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Herons can be blue-gray with black accents, while egrets are white
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Great egrets have black legs, while white-phase great blue herons have lighter legs
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Egrets are territorial and aggressive, defending their space with sharp bill jabs and harsh calls
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Herons are solitary predators, preferring to hunt alone. However, they often breed in groups called "rookeries"
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Herons and egrets are both long-legged wading birds with a similar build
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Egrets live in freshwater and saltwater marshes, streams, ponds, lakes, and mud flats
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Herons live in lakes, ponds, rivers, flooded farmlands and meadows, irrigation ditches, and wetlands
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