What is Egret?

Egret is a type of heron, a bird of the Ardeidae family. Although there is no biological difference between Egrets and other herons, herons are usually white or buff, and many have significant feathers. Most Egrettes belong to either to cretta or ardea genus.

The relationship between Egret and other herons is not always clear. Many Egrettes, especially the Great Egret, have a scientific classification in the debate. The Great Egret was identified alternatively as ardea album , Egretta album and Casmerdius albus .

Egrets and other herons live in wetlands around the world. They hunt and eat fish, frogs, insects and other water life. Types Egretta tend to live in warmer swag areas. Ardea can live in colder areas, and some northern herons of this family travel south in winter because the water in their main location freezes. Egrets nest in trees or bushes on large platfuorms sticks. Egrets from this hunt obtained due to measures onProtection, although several species currently threatened by loss of habitat. Rotova Egret South Africa and China's Egret from Asia are classified as vulnerable International Union for preserving nature and natural resources.

The Great Egret lives around the world, in Africa, Asia, Europe, New Zealand and North America. Although this is not generally endangered, some populations are at risk, especially in New Zealand. The loss of habitats is now the greatest threat of the species, rather than hunting. In the early 20th century, the Great Egret was the main objective of protection efforts and is a symbol of National Society Audubon, an American non -profit organization devoted to environmental protection.

Some egrettes have two different colored morphs, white and gray. Changes in color may be related to camouflage.