Chinese Egret vs Medium Egret

In short

The Chinese Egret and Medium Egret can be distinguished primarily by their bill and leg coloration. The Chinese Egret typically has a yellow bill and dark legs, while the Medium Egret has a yellow bill that turns black during courtship and consistently dark legs.

Identification tips

1. Look for the bill color: Chinese Egret has a yellow bill, while the Medium Egret's bill turns black during courtship. 2. Observe the leg color: both have dark legs, but note any seasonal changes in bill color for the Medium Egret.

Plumage

Both species have all-white plumage, but the Medium Egret may show a cream or off-white tinge.