Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

The little blue heron is a small heron of the genus Egretta. It is a small, darkly colored heron with a two-toned bill. Juveniles are entirely white, bearing resemblance to the snowy egret. During the breeding season, adults develop different coloration on the head, legs, and feet.

Scientific name
Egretta caerulea
Family
Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns
IUCN status
LC