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Waterfowl Identification in the Central Flyway

Great Egret


GIF -- Picture of Species

An all white heron with 4 1/2 foot wingspan and bright yellow beak. In flight, the neck is not extended but their black legs extend beyond the tail. Slightly smaller than sandhill cranes when standing.


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