Garza Imperial
Ardea purpurea
Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns (Ardeidae) · Pelecaniformes (Pelecaniformes)
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| Especies | Confusiones |
|---|---|
| Garza Real Ardea cinerea | 26 |
| Garcilla Bueyera Occidental Ardea ibis | 9 |
| Garceta Grande Ardea alba | 9 |
| Avetoro Común Botaurus stellaris | 5 |
| Espátula Común Platalea leucorodia | 5 |
Familia
Herons are long-legged, long-necked, freshwater and coastal birds in the family Ardeidae, with 75 recognised species, some of which are referred to as egrets or bitterns rather than herons. Members of the genus Botaurus are referred to as bitterns, and, together with the zigzag heron, or zigzag bittern, in the monotypic genus Zebrilus, form a monophyletic group, Botaurinae, within the Ardeidae family. Egrets do not form a biologically distinct group from herons, and tend to be named differently because they …
Orden
The Pelecaniformes are an order of medium-sized and large waterbirds found worldwide. As traditionally (but erroneously) defined, they encompass all birds that have feet with all four toes webbed. Hence, they were formerly also known by such names as totipalmates or steganopods.