Yellow-billed Spoonbill

Birds > Pelecaniformes

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Yellow-billed SpoonbillScientific Name: Platalea flavipesCategory: BirdsSubcategory: PelecaniformesSize: Body length: 31–36 in (80–90 cm); Wingspan: 47–55 in (120–140 cm)Weight: 3.0–4.8 lb (1.4–2.2 kg)Lifespan: 15–20+ years in wetland...

Virginia Rail

Birds > Gruiformes & Rails

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Virginia RailScientific Name: Rallus limicolaCategory: BirdsSubcategory: Gruiformes & RailsSize: Total length 20 to 25 cm (7.9 to 9.8 in); wingspan 32 to 38 cm (13 to 15 in)Weight: 65 to 110 g (2.3 to 3.9 oz)Lifespan: 5 to 8 years in the...