White-faced Heron - Egretta novaehollandiae

Length 2.1-2.3 ft (65.0-69.0 cm)
Wingspan 3.5 ft (106.0 cm)
Weight 1.2 lb (550 g)
Clutch Size 3-5
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:EU, AF
     

The White-faced Heron is also known as the White-fronted Heron. They are found throughout Australasia. They eat small aquatic creatures which include fish, frogs, small reptiles and insects.

Adult
Picture/image of White-faced Heron
Photo taken by Gene McGill
02/25/2012 - Perth, Western Australia
Photo taken by Gene McGill
02/25/2012 - Perth, Western Australia

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