GREAT EGRET

Habitat

It breeds colonially, preferably in reeds located in shallow bodies of water such as lakes and ponds. Formerly it only wintered on the peninsula, but since recent dates there is evidence of the reproduction of specimens in various parts of Spain. In the Ebro valley it is possible to observe it throughout the year, although its highest concentrations occur in the winter months.

Description

Very large ardeido with long legs and neck, it has completely white plumage. Straight, long and yellowish beak that darkens during the breeding season. It has a bare greenish area next to the yellow eye. Long black legs with black toes that can be lightened during the breeding season. It flies with its wings arched and its neck tucked up.