| C/S: | Little Blue Heron |
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| Florida caerulea | ||
| Av. Size : | 23.5 in (60 cm); 40 in (102 cm) W | |
| Identifying Characteristics: | medium heron; dark blue (purplish) neck, blue body; blue or grey bill with blackish tip; juveniles are white and gradually change color as they mature | |
| Similar to/Compare with: | juveniles similar to immature Snowy Egret or adult Little Egret | |
| Range: | coastal regions through the Americas | |
| Habitat: | varied fresh and salt water settings: ponds, lakes, swamps, etc. | |
| Other Info/Notes on photo: | often seen hunting fish in shallow waters | |
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