The little egret, Egretta garzetta, is also known as the lesser egret (and is related to the great egret). They measure 21.6 to 25.6 inches (55 to 65 centimeters) long and weigh anywhere from 10.6 to 19.4 ounces (300 to 550 pounds). They also have an impressive wingspan, measuring 34.6 to 41.7 inches (88 to 106 centimeters) from the wingspan. This bird has pure white feathers, a long shaped neck, black legs, yellow and brown feet, spots. of the bill. They also have red or blue skin on their faces.
The little egret can be found in southern Europe, southern Asia and Africa. Smaller nations can be found in Australia. They are never far from water and often inhabit moist places such as marshes and swamps. They can also be seen hunting in rivers or estuaries. This animal will nest in various places, such as trees, bushes, forests, marshes, swamps, dry places, and even on sea cliffs. They do their hunting mostly during the day, and they communicate with each other by means of various shouting calls.
The diet of the little egret consists of fish, insects, crustaceans, reptiles and amphibians. When hunting for fish, they will walk through (or stand still perfectly in) shallow, open-water and look for power. prey Once something edible has been found, this creature will stab its victim with its beak and then swallow it whole. They depend very much on their vision in hunting. If the water is not clear, it will be much more difficult to catch anything. If this animal feels threatened, it will make a harsh, alarm call to warn others that it is away in the area.
The admission period for the smallest egret occurs at different times depending on the location. Those in Europe and Asia will breed in the spring and summer, while the more tropical populations coincide with the rainyBreeding territory will defend a small territory extending 9.8 to 13 feet (3 to 4 meters) around the nest. Females will lay 3 to 6 eggs and both parents will take turns incubating them. Chickens hatch from eggs after 20 to 25 days of incubation. learn how to fly about 4 weeks later they hatch and stay with their parents before leaving for another month.
Overall, the little egret is not an endangered species, although its status in Australia varies from state to state. Disease, eating fish that contain poisoned chemicals from farmers, and the loss of their natural habitat are all that have and continue to negatively affect this creature. I hope this little animal can overcome his obstacles and bounce back where he needs to. After all, such a unique bird species deserves to live and thrive for posterity to see.
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“Little Egret (Egretta Garzetta)” June 16, 2011
“The Little Egret” June 16, 2011
“Little Egret (Egretta Garzetta)” June 16, 2011
“The Little Egret” June 16, 2011
