Little Blue Heron
Egretta caerulea
Least Concern
About the Little Blue Heron
The Little Blue Heron (Egretta caerulea) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Little Blue Heron is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
stable
Current Threats
- Habitat loss and degradation
- Climate change
Photo Gallery
1 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
Southeastern United States
Continent: North America
Country: United States
Region: Florida, Louisiana, Texas
Central America
Continent: North America
Country: Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama
Region: Southern regions
South America
Continent: South America
Country: Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela
Region: Northern regions
Distribution Overview
The Little Blue Heron is a widespread species found in the Americas, inhabiting coastal areas, mangroves, and wetlands.
Quick Facts
- Size
- 56 - 66 cm
- Weight
- 200 - 400 g
- Lifespan
- up to 10-15 years years
- Diet
- FishCrustaceansInsectsSmall invertebrates
Habitat
Coastal areasMangrovesWetlandsEstuaries
Behavior
- Forages for fish, crustaceans, and insects in coastal areas and wetlands
- Uses its sharp, pointed bill to catch prey
- Lives in small groups, often with other heron species
- Engages in social behavior, such as preening and allopreening