Breeding adult © Brandon Nidiffer eBird S78237502 Macaulay Library ML 292321851
Breeding adult © Liam Wolff
Nonbreeding adult © Samuel Paul Galick
Juvenile © Paul Fenwick
Breeding adult © Andrew Simon
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Habitat © Joshua Covill
Habitat © Rick Kittinger

Western Cattle-Egret Ardea ibis

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Identification

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Small, compact white heron with relatively short yellow bill. More frequently seen in dry habitats than other egrets. In breeding season, look for pale salmon color on head and breast and brighter bill. Leg color varies from reddish or yellow during the breeding season to black during the nonbreeding season. Juveniles have dark bill. Always note relatively short, thick neck and short legs compared with other egrets. Often gathers in flocks, frequently following cattle or tractors in fields.

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