Cinnamon Bittern vs Forest Bittern
Ixobrychus cinnamomeus compared with Zonerodius heliosylus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Cinnamon Bittern | Forest Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ixobrychus cinnamomeus | Zonerodius heliosylus |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ardeidae | Ardeidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.9 cm (11.4 in) | 60.6 cm (23.9 in) |
| Weight | 126.5 g (4.46 oz) | 802.0 g (28.29 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Cinnamon Bittern
Near Threatened
Forest Bittern
About These Birds
Cinnamon Bittern
The Cinnamon Bittern (Ixobrychus cinnamomeus) is a small heron of the family Ardeidae distributed across South and Southeast Asia. As the common name suggests, adult males are predominantly rich cinnamon-brown to chestnut-rufous on the head, neck, breast, and upperparts, making them one of the most uniformly colored members of the genus Ixobrychus. Females are similar but browner and more streaked on the breast and upperparts. Both sexes show pale buff underparts with a darker median stripe. Total length is 38–40 …