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Sunbittern
Eurypyga helias
10.3755, -84.1493
Field Notes
Description:
This is a slender bird with a leisurely walk. It measures 43 to 48 cm and weighs 250 grams. Orange bill with black base color and the red iris.
Habitat:
They prefer fast-flowing rocky streams, but sometimes are found in sandy banks of rivers, streams, slow-flowing or wells in the swamps, usually in wooded areas.
Notes:
It is considered an endangered species due to habitat loss from deforestation
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJune 26, 2011
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