Green Heron

Butorides virescens

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Aves · Pelecaniformes · Ardeidae

About

The green heron is a small heron of North and Central America. Butorides is from Middle English butor "bittern" and Ancient Greek -oides, "resembling", and virescens is Latin for "greenish".

Fun Fact

Locations in trees are preferred, with some nests built up to 20 m (66 ft) off the ground although heights of several meters are more common.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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