Great Egret
- Scientific name
- Ardea alba
- Family
- Ardeidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Wetland marsh
- Wing shape
- Broad
- Tail shape
- Long
Why it matters
The Great Egret, or Ardea alba, is a remarkable example of conservation success, having been hunted nearly to extinction for its plumage before becoming a symbol of early wildlife protection efforts. Known for its broad wings and long, elegant tail, this species is admired by birders for its grace and its role as a sentinel of healthy wetland ecosystems.
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