These birds usually live 15 - 20 years. The average weight is 1.5kg - 3kg (3.3lbs - 6.6lbs). Heron is a bird that inhabits wetland regions. It has a feathers skin type. This type of birds have 150cm - 195cm (60in - 77in) wing span. The preferred food type is carnivore. The top speed it can reach is 64km/h (40mph).
Facts about herons
Name | Heron |
Scientific Name | Ardeidae |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Family | Ardeidae |
Wing Span | 150cm - 195cm (60in - 77in) |
Life Span | 15 - 20 years |
Main Prey | Fish, insects, molluscs |
Order | Ciconiiformes |
Weight | 1.5kg - 3kg (3.3lbs - 6.6lbs) |
Diet | Carnivore |
Class | Aves |
Phylum | Chordata |
Predators | Fox, mink, raccoon |
Skin Type | Feathers |
Distinctive Features | Long thin legs and pointed beak |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Type | Bird |
Size (H) | 85cm - 140cm (34in - 55in) |
Average Clutch Size | 4 |
Colour | Brown, black, white, grey |
Habitat | Wetland regions |
Top Speed | 64km/h (40mph) |