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Where to see Little Egret in South Africa
About the Little Egret
The little egret is a small, elegant white heron associated with shallow freshwater and coastal wetlands, rivers, lakes, dams, estuaries and marshes. It has entirely white plumage, a slender black bill, long black legs and yellow feet. It feeds mainly on small fish, frogs, crustaceans, insects and other aquatic prey. It often hunts actively through shallow water, rapidly moving its feet and body while striking at prey with its bill.
How to identify the Little Egret
Small, slender white heron with a long black bill, black legs and distinctive yellow feet. During breeding, adults develop long ornamental plumes on the head, neck and back.
Did you know?
The Little Egret’s bright yellow feet are particularly conspicuous and can help identify it from similar white herons.
Also known as: Egret, Kleinwitreier
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