Egret, Little
Egretta garzetta
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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 |