Madagascar Heron vs Pinnated Bittern
Ardea humbloti compared with Botaurus pinnatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Madagascar Heron | Pinnated Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ardea humbloti | Botaurus pinnatus |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ardeidae | Ardeidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 89.8 cm (35.4 in) | 59.6 cm (23.5 in) |
| Weight | 1060.0 g (37.39 oz) | 775.0 g (27.34 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Madagascar Heron
Least Concern
Pinnated Bittern
About These Birds
Pinnated Bittern
The Pinnated Bittern (Botaurus pinnatus) is a large, secretive heron of the family Ardeidae found in Central and South America. Like all members of the genus Botaurus, it is heavily streaked in brown, buff, and black, with pale underparts streaked dark brown and a distinctive pattern of darker markings along the neck sides. The name 'pinnated' refers to the pronounced neck and breast feathers that can be raised into a display or threat posture. Adults measure 58–75 cm in length, …