Pinnated Bittern vs Forest Bittern
Botaurus pinnatus comparé à Zonerodius heliosylus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Pinnated Bittern | Forest Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Botaurus pinnatus | Zonerodius heliosylus |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Famille | Ardeidae | Ardeidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 59,6 cm (23.5 in) | 60,6 cm (23.9 in) |
| Poids | 775,0 g (27.34 oz) | 802,0 g (28.29 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
Pinnated Bittern
Near Threatened
Forest Bittern
About These Birds
Pinnated Bittern
The Pinnated Bittern (Botaurus pinnatus) is a large, secretive heron of the family Ardeidae found in Central and South America. Like all members of the genus Botaurus, it is heavily streaked in brown, buff, and black, with pale underparts streaked dark brown and a distinctive pattern of darker markings along the neck sides. The name 'pinnated' refers to the pronounced neck and breast feathers that can be raised into a display or threat posture. Adults measure 58–75 cm in length, …