Birds Database .. detailed information | |
Eastern Reef Egret Egretta sacra | |
Photo courtesy of Ian Clayton | |
Bird Family : | "Egrets and Herons" Ardeidae |
Description : | Common local species. Length 70cm. Grey birds outnumber white plumage in Townsville. Callis harsh croaks. Eats fish and crustaceans. |
Typical Habitat : | Intertidal zone, coral reefs, mangroves and mud flats. Roosts communally. |
Distribution : | Common around the coast. |
Migration : | Resident / non-breeding in local area. Magnetic Island, Shelly Beach and north of Ross River. Main breeding season, September to February. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
EPBC : | Migratory |
Additional info .. | locations seen (23) .. observations (47) .. |
EPBC = Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (Commonwealth) |
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