Least Bittern vs Forest Bittern

Ixobrychus exilis в сравнении с Zonerodius heliosylus

Side-by-Side Comparison

Характеристика Least Bittern Forest Bittern
Научное название Ixobrychus exilis Zonerodius heliosylus
Отряд Pelecaniformes Pelecaniformes
Семейство Ardeidae Ardeidae
Охранный статус Least Concern Near Threatened
Длина
Размах крыльев 21,6 cm (8.5 in) 60,6 cm (23.9 in)
Масса 77,1 g (2.72 oz) 802,0 g (28.29 oz)
Питание -- --
Размер кладки 2-7 --
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Общие среды обитания

Least Bittern only

Forest Bittern only

Охранный статус

Least Concern

Least Bittern

Near Threatened

Forest Bittern

About These Birds

Least Bittern

The Least Bittern (Ixobrychus exilis) is the smallest heron in the Western Hemisphere and one of the smallest herons in the world, measuring only 28–36 cm in length and weighing 51–102 grams. Despite its diminutive size, it is a highly capable heron, inhabiting freshwater and brackish marshes from Canada to South America. Male adults have a glossy black cap and back contrasting with rich chestnut sides of the neck and a large buff wing patch conspicuous in flight. Females are …

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