Grey heron (Ardea cinerea)
Facts
| Kingdom | Animalia |
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| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes |
| Family | Ardeidae |
| Genus | Ardea (1) |
| Size | Wingspan: 155-175 cm (2) Length (with neck outstretched): 84-102 cm (2) |
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Status
Common and widespread. Included in the Birds of Conservation Concern Green List (low conservation concern) (3).
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