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Black Bittern

Ixobrychus flavicollis

Least Concern
翼展
40.2 cm
体重
314.0 g
Ardeidae
Pelecaniformes
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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.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 40.2 cm 15.8 in
体重 314.0 g 11.08 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: PL. Fledging: 15 days.

产卵数

2-6

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons)
Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets)
Genus Ixobrychus
物种 Ixobrychus flavicollis

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常见问题

Is the Black Bittern endangered?
The Black Bittern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Bittern nest?
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 15 days.
How big is the Black Bittern?
The Black Bittern has a wingspan of 40.2 cm, weight of 314.0 g.
What order and family does the Black Bittern belong to?
The Black Bittern (Ixobrychus flavicollis) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.

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