About the Reddish Egret
The reddish egret is a medium-sized heron that is a resident breeder in Central America, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, the Gulf Coast of the United States, and Mexico. The egret is known for its unusual foraging behavior compared to other herons as well as its association with mud flats, its habitat of choice.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns (Ardeidae) |
| Species | Egretta rufescens |
| Species Codes | redegr, REEG |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Reddish Egret belong to?
The Reddish Egret (Egretta rufescens) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
What is the conservation status of the Reddish Egret?
The Reddish Egret is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Reddish Egret?
The reddish egret is a medium-sized heron that is a resident breeder in Central America, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, the Gulf Coast of the United States, and Mexico. The egret is known for its unusual foraging behavior compared to other herons as well as its association with mud flats, its habitat o...
Where can I report a Reddish Egret sighting?
You can log sightings of Reddish Egret on eBird (ebird.org) using species code redegr, or on iNaturalist.
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