Great Blue Heron Bird Species

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Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias)

February 9, 2009 by  
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The Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) is the largest of the heron family. They are approximately 38 inches in length, with a 70 inch wingspan. The male and females are similar, with white faces and crowns, and blue-gray and black plumage covering the rest of their bodies. These birds also have long legs and necks [...]

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