Sunbittern
Eurypyga helias
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<birdfyi-bird slug="eurypyga-helias"></birdfyi-bird>The Sunbittern (Eurypyga helias) is a bird species in the family Eurypygidae, within the order Eurypygiformes. Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 43.3 cm and a weight of 227.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Sunbittern, 43–48 cm, is a striking heron-like bird of tropical American rainforest streams, sole member of its family. Cryptic brown and grey above; but when wings spread in display, reveals spectacular 'eye' patterns of orange, black, and white. Piscivore and invertivore along forest rivers.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 43.3 cm | 17.0 in |
| Weight | 227.66666666666666 g | 8.03 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 26-27 days. Fledging: 17-24 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Eurypygiformes |
| Family | Eurypygidae |
| Genus | Eurypyga |
| Species | Eurypyga helias |
Distribution
Sunbittern has been recorded in 4 countries.
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