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Egret, Little

Egretta garzetta


Found in a variety of wetlands, usually with open water from
around 10-15cm deep.. Often found in saline wetlands, such as tidal flats, saltmarsh
or mangrove-lined estuaries and lagoons and beaches. Nest colonially, often in
mixed heronries ; usually in trees over water.

Classifications: Bird, water and shoreline
Family: Ardeidae
Information sources: The Australian Bird Guide, Peter Menkhorst et al

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