Bare-throated Tiger-heron vs Forest Bittern
Tigrisoma mexicanum compared with Zonerodius heliosylus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bare-throated Tiger-heron | Forest Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tigrisoma mexicanum | Zonerodius heliosylus |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ardeidae | Ardeidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 74.3 cm (29.3 in) | 60.6 cm (23.9 in) |
| Weight | 974.6666666666666 g (34.38 oz) | 802.0 g (28.29 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bare-throated Tiger-heron
Near Threatened
Forest Bittern
About These Birds
Bare-throated Tiger-heron
The Bare-throated Tiger-heron is a large heron of the family Ardeidae found in mangroves, rivers, and wetlands from Mexico through Central America to Colombia. Weighing about 974.7g with a wingspan of 74.3cm, it has a distinctive bare yellow throat and intricately barred plumage. It is a solitary hunter, stalking fish and amphibians in aquatic habitats.