Purple Heron Facts
Ardea purpurea
The purple heron (Ardea purpurea) is a wide-ranging heron species. It breeds in Africa, central and southern Europe, and southern and eastern Palearctic.
- Lifespan
- Up to 25.4 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Purple Heron Facts at a Glance
The purple heron (Ardea purpurea) is a wide-ranging heron species. It breeds in Africa, central and southern Europe, and southern and eastern Palearctic.
It belongs to the family Ardeidae in the order Pelecaniformes. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
Purple Heron Conservation Status
Purple Heron is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- Up to 25.4 years (maximum recorded longevity)
- Weight
- 1,064.48 g
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