American Bittern
Botaurus lentiginosus
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Least Concern
Envergure
54,2 cm
Poids
734,75 g
Famille
Ardeidae
Ordre
Pelecaniformes
À propos
The American Bittern is a large heron weighing about 735 g with a 54.2 cm wingspan, inhabiting freshwater marshes and reed beds across North America. When threatened, it freezes with bill pointed skyward, its streaked brown plumage blending remarkably with marsh vegetation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 54,2 cm | 21.3 in |
| Poids | 734,75 g | 25.92 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28-29 days. Fledging: 14 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-7
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Botaurus |
| Espèces | Botaurus lentiginosus |
Distribution
American Bittern has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the American Bittern endangered?
The American Bittern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the American Bittern nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28-29 days. Fledging: 14 days.
How big is the American Bittern?
The American Bittern has a wingspan of 54.2 cm, weight of 734.75 g.
What order and family does the American Bittern belong to?
The American Bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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