Birds > Herons & Ardeidae
AT A GLANCECommon Name: White-backed Night HeronScientific Name: Gorsachius leuconotusCategory: BirdsSubcategory: Herons & ArdeidaeSize: Body length: 20–22 in (50–56 cm); Wingspan: 31–35 in (80–90 cm)Weight: 1.1–1.8 lb (500–800 g)Lifespan: 10–15 years in the...
Birds > Ardeidae & Night Herons
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Boat-billed HeronScientific Name: Cochlearius cochleariusCategory: BirdsSubcategory: Ardeidae & Night HeronsSize: Body length: 18–21 in (45–53 cm); Wingspan: 30–34 in (76–86 cm)Weight: 18–28 oz (500–800 g)Lifespan: 12–16 years in the...
