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Black Bittern
Ixobrychus flavicollis
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Least Concern
Flügelspannweite
40,2 cm
Gewicht
314,0 g
Familie
Ardeidae
Ordnung
Pelecaniformes
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The Black Bittern is a medium-sized, slender heron of South and Southeast Asia and Australia, with males displaying largely black upperparts, a tawny-yellow neck, and streaked underparts. It inhabits densely vegetated wetlands, including reed beds, mangroves, and overgrown ponds and streams. It is secretive and crepuscular, feeding on fish, frogs, and aquatic invertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 40,2 cm | 15.8 in |
| Gewicht | 314,0 g | 11.08 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 15 days.
Gelegegröße
2-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Pelecaniformes (Pelikane und Reiher) |
| Familie | Ardeidae (Reiher und Silberreiher) |
| Genus | Ixobrychus |
| Arten | Ixobrychus flavicollis |
External Databases
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Is the Black Bittern endangered?
The Black Bittern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Bittern nest?
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 15 days.
How big is the Black Bittern?
The Black Bittern has a wingspan of 40.2 cm, weight of 314.0 g.
What order and family does the Black Bittern belong to?
The Black Bittern (Ixobrychus flavicollis) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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