The Plumed Heron, also known as the EGRET (5 letters), is a species of wading bird found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a large heron with a long neck, long legs, and a long, pointed bill. The Plumed Heron has a white plumage with black tips on its wings and tail feathers. It is an active forager, often seen standing in shallow water or walking slowly through wetlands in search of food.