Yellow Bittern vs Forest Bittern
Ixobrychus sinensis comparé à Zonerodius heliosylus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Yellow Bittern | Forest Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Ixobrychus sinensis | Zonerodius heliosylus |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Famille | Ardeidae | Ardeidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 25,9 cm (10.2 in) | 60,6 cm (23.9 in) |
| Poids | 91,5 g (3.23 oz) | 802,0 g (28.29 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 3-7 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
Yellow Bittern
Near Threatened
Forest Bittern
About These Birds
Yellow Bittern
The Yellow Bittern (Ixobrychus sinensis) is a small heron of the family Ardeidae widely distributed across South and Southeast Asia and the Pacific. Adult males have a distinctive pale tawny-yellow to buff-brown upperparts and a dark blackish-brown cap, contrasting with cream to buff underparts with brown streaking along the central breast and throat. The large, pale yellowish wing patches conspicuous in flight are a useful field mark. Females are more heavily streaked brown. Total length is 30–40 cm, making it …