Gallery description : pictures of herons
Heron (ardeidae) is an animal of the bird type. It usually lives in wetland regions. The animal weights about 1.5kg - 3kg (3.3lbs - 6.6lbs) and average life span is 15 - 20 years. Fox, mink, raccoon are the dangerous creatures for herons. Look up the table below to learn more facts.
Facts about herons
| Name | Heron |
| Skin Type | Feathers |
| Life Span | 15 - 20 years |
| Lifestyle | Solitary |
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Type | Bird |
| Average Clutch Size | 4 |
| Family | Ardeidae |
| Scientific Name | Ardeidae |
| Size (H) | 85cm - 140cm (34in - 55in) |
| Diet | Carnivore |
| Predators | Fox, mink, raccoon |
| Colour | Brown, black, white, grey |
| Habitat | Wetland regions |
| Top Speed | 64km/h (40mph) |
| Class | Aves |
| Weight | 1.5kg - 3kg (3.3lbs - 6.6lbs) |
| Conservation Status | Least concern |
| Distinctive Features | Long thin legs and pointed beak |
| Wing Span | 150cm - 195cm (60in - 77in) |
| Main Prey | Fish, insects, molluscs |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Order | Ciconiiformes |
Image Details
| Description | Pictures of herons. Great Blue Herons | Serenity Spell |
| Width | 2592 pixels |
| Heigh | 3888 pixels |
| File type | JPG |
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