The term HERON VARIETY can be broken down into two crossword solutions, EGRET (5 letters) and HERON (5 letters). Egrets are a type of HERON, a long-legged wading bird found in many parts of the world. Egrets are typically white or gray in color and have long, slender necks and pointed bills. They feed on fish, frogs, insects, and other small animals. Herons are also found in many parts of the world and come in a variety of sizes and colors. They have long legs and necks, and their bills are usually curved. Herons feed on fish, amphibians, reptiles, and other small animals.