Black Bittern vs Forest Bittern

Ixobrychus flavicollis comparé à Zonerodius heliosylus

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribut Black Bittern Forest Bittern
Nom scientifique Ixobrychus flavicollis Zonerodius heliosylus
Ordre Pelecaniformes Pelecaniformes
Famille Ardeidae Ardeidae
Statut de conservation Least Concern Near Threatened
Longueur
Envergure 40,2 cm (15.8 in) 60,6 cm (23.9 in)
Poids 314,0 g (11.08 oz) 802,0 g (28.29 oz)
Régime alimentaire -- --
Taille de la couvée 2-6 --
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Habitats partagés

Black Bittern only

Forest Bittern only

Statut de conservation

Least Concern

Black Bittern

Near Threatened

Forest Bittern

About These Birds

Black Bittern

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.

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