Green Heron
Butorides virescens
About the Green Heron
The Green Heron (Butorides virescens) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Green Heron is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
stable
Current Threats
- Habitat degradation
Photo Gallery
1 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
Eastern United States
Continent: North America
Country: United States
Region: Wetlands
Caribbean Islands
Continent: North America
Country: Bahamas
Region: Coastal areas
Distribution Overview
Widespread in wetlands across the Americas.
Quick Facts
- Size
- 44 - 46 cm
- Weight
- 175 - 250 g
- Lifespan
- 8-12 years years
- Diet
- FishCrustaceansInsects
Habitat
WetlandsMarshesFreshwater ponds
Behavior
- Uses tools, like dropping bait, to catch fish
- Often remains motionless while hunting
- Can adapt to urban water bodies