A good place to start with herons versus egrets is acknowledging how similar they are. The family Ardeidae includes all of the herons, egrets, and ibis, which worldwide covers 68 species in 18 genera.

Spotting a regal, statuesque great blue heron is always a treat. Learn facts about these birds' nests, calls and more. ...

The bird family Ardeidae (ar-dee-ih-dee) includes the bitterns, egrets, and herons. Nearly 75 species wade waters worldwide, with representatives on every continent but Antarctica. An even dozen ...

Great egrets prefer shallower waters, unlike their cousins, the great blue herons, which can wander into deeper wetlands and remain here sometimes even in winter if food is available.

We all know that Selby Gardens is world-renowned for its natural beauty, plant collections, research and architecture —but it ...

The abundant fish and shrimp in Dianchi Haihong wetland park attract a large number of egrets, herons and other birds during summer. (Xinhua/Chen Xinbo) This photo taken on July 7, ...

The black heron (Egretta ardesiaca) is found in the wetlands of Sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar. It is part of the egret family, which is known for its graceful wading and its long legs, necks ...