Great Blue Heron

Animals of The USA | Great Blue Heron | Ardea herodias

A tall blue gray heron common in wetlands and shorelines. Often stands motionless while hunting.

Size

38 to 54 inches

Range

Most of US

All states except HI

Diet

Carnivore | fish | amphibians

Behavior

Stalking | wading | solitary

Related Topics

Green HeronGreat Egret | Sandhill Crane | Double Crested Cormorant | American Bittern