What is a group of herons called?
A siege
of herons
a siegea sedgea battery
| Animal | Herons |
| Category | Birds |
| Collective noun | Siege, Sedge, Battery |
| Baby name | Chick |
💡 “Siege” reflects the heron’s patient, statue-still hunting style.
FAQ
What is a group of herons called?
A group of herons is called a siege. Other accepted terms include a sedge, a battery.
Are there other names for a group of herons?
Yes — besides a “siege,” you may see “sedge”, “battery”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.
What is a baby heron called?
A baby heron is called a chick.
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