Grousemore
Senior Member
I was reading an article about Great White Egrets in my newspaper,the article referring to several having been seen in the UK recently.
One of my books (Birdlife of Britain & Europe)refers to Great White Heron (Ardea alba)and adds that it is also known as the Great White Egret.
The Collins guide refers to Great Egret (Egretta alba)
I have seen Great Egret in America,these being named Ardea alba.
Can anyone explain these apparent differences,or are they the same species?
One of my books (Birdlife of Britain & Europe)refers to Great White Heron (Ardea alba)and adds that it is also known as the Great White Egret.
The Collins guide refers to Great Egret (Egretta alba)
I have seen Great Egret in America,these being named Ardea alba.
Can anyone explain these apparent differences,or are they the same species?