Tricolored Heron

Scientific Name: Egretta tricolor

Family: Ardeidae

Order: Ciconiiformes

Description: Multi-colored neck and head is distinctive for herons and egrets
Bird Size: 26 inches
Range: Coast of S.W. U.S. and Gulf of Mexico
Habitat: Shallow bodies of salt water

Comments: Beautiful bird

More Photos:

(Click on any of the photos below to see a larger version.)

Date Taken	Caption	Location	Photographer	Photo
12-30-2006		Tampa Bay	Vinton Bacon
12-30-2006	Weak attempt at some artsiness.	Tampa Bay	Vinton Bacon
12-30-2006		Tampa Bay	Vinton Bacon
01-01-2007		Central Florida	Vinton Bacon