Six-Toed Grey Heron
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Revision as of 16:25, 10 July 2007
The Six-Toed Grey Heron (Ardea sextidigita) is probably one of the most unique species of birds.
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Description
- Height: 40" tall
- Length: 50" long
- Wingspan: 145" (12.08') long
- Weight: 3 lbs.
Its huge wings allows it to glide over the vast rivers. It is unusual because its the only bird ever to live that has six toes. Despite looking like a hybrid, its not.
Breeding colours
- Upper mandible: Black
- Lower mandible: Yellow
- Face: Orange face 'mask'
- Head: Bluish grey
- Wings: Orange
- Feet: A bright yellowish orange
- Legs: black
During the breeding season it has yellow plumes on its chin, back of the neck and breast.
- NOTE: Females are duller than males.
Nonbreeding colours
Pretty much the same, but duller and lacks yellow plumes.
Range
Glennshire River in Frost
Other Names
None.
Thanks to
My friend made this up. I made up the scientific name.
Conservation Status
Lower Risk
