Purple Heron

Ardea purpurea

The Purple Heron (scientific name Ardea purpurea) is species in LeafFauna's birds group, belonging to the genus Ardea. LeafFauna lists Purple Heron among more than 25,000 animal species. Every photo is credited to its photographer and shown under its license. Open it in the LeafFauna app for more facts, a range map, sightings by month and more photos.