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Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

 |   Conservation Status:  Safe for Now - Protected

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Snowy egrets, wading birds, are medium-sized egrets with a delicate build. They are in the family of herons and storks and are often refered to as medium-sized herons. Like most herons they have long necks, aids in probing in shallow waters for food.

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Geographic Distribution

US range: throughout the continental Unite States from northern California to Maine, and south to Florida and the Gulf of Mexico.

Amazing Facts
At the Aquarium

These birds are not exhibited at the Aquarium; however, they are commonly seen foraging in waters near the Aquarium.