Bermuda Night Heron vs Forest Bittern
Nyctanassa carcinocatactes compared with Zonerodius heliosylus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bermuda Night Heron | Forest Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nyctanassa carcinocatactes | Zonerodius heliosylus |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ardeidae | Ardeidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 60.6 cm (23.9 in) |
| Weight | — | 802.0 g (28.29 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Bermuda Night Heron
Near Threatened
Forest Bittern
About These Birds
Bermuda Night Heron
The Bermuda Night Heron was an extinct night heron endemic to Bermuda, known only from subfossil remains recovered from cave deposits. It likely fed on crabs and marine invertebrates in the island's intertidal zones, as its name suggests. It became extinct following the arrival of European settlers and the introduction of predatory mammals.