Malayan Night-Heron vs Forest Bittern
Gorsachius melanolophus compared with Zonerodius heliosylus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Malayan Night-Heron | Forest Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gorsachius melanolophus | Zonerodius heliosylus |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ardeidae | Ardeidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 51.0 cm (20.1 in) | 60.6 cm (23.9 in) |
| Weight | 414.0 g (14.60 oz) | 802.0 g (28.29 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Malayan Night-Heron
Near Threatened
Forest Bittern
About These Birds
Malayan Night-Heron
The Malayan Night-Heron (Gorsachius melanolophus), also called the Tiger Bittern or Malaysian Night-Heron, is a medium-sized heron of the family Ardeidae found in South and Southeast Asia. Adults have a distinctive and finely patterned plumage: the upperparts are deep brown and black with fine pale barring or spotting, and the underparts are pale with bold dark brown streaking — a cryptic pattern reminiscent of a tiger's stripes and effective camouflage in the dappled shade of forest understory. The crown is …