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Great White Egret

Ardea alba

A large, elegant wading bird with pure white plumage, characterized by its long neck, slender body, and exceptional hunting capabilities in aquatic ecosystems.

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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Widespread across wetlands, marshes, rivers, coastal areas, and shallow marine environments in tropical, subtropical, and temperate regions globally

Ecological Role

Critical apex predator in aquatic food webs, controlling fish and amphibian populations, and serving as an important bioindicator of ecosystem health

Morphology

SKIN COAT Pure white, dense plumage with elongated breeding plumes, smooth aerodynamic contours
LIMBS WINGS Long, slender legs adapted for wading, powerful flight muscles, broad wings enabling efficient gliding and precise hunting maneuvers
HEAD SENSORY Long, sharp pointed yellow-orange bill, excellent binocular vision, highly sensitive neck and head movements for precise hunting
BODY STRUCTURE Large wading bird, approximately 0.9-1.1 m tall, with wingspan of 1.4-1.7 m, weight ranging 0.7-1.5 kg

Data Source: TaxonHub Database
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