Madagascar Heron vs Least Bittern
Ardea humbloti 对比 Ixobrychus exilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| 属性 | Madagascar Heron | Least Bittern |
|---|---|---|
| 学名 | Ardea humbloti | Ixobrychus exilis |
| 目 | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| 科 | Ardeidae | Ardeidae |
| 保护状况 | Endangered | Least Concern |
| 体长 | — | — |
| 翼展 | 89.8 cm (35.4 in) | 21.6 cm (8.5 in) |
| 体重 | 1060.0 g (37.39 oz) | 77.1 g (2.72 oz) |
| 食性 | -- | -- |
| 产卵数 | 3 | 2-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
保护状况
Endangered
Madagascar Heron
Least Concern
Least 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 …