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American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

Photo by James McNair
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Field Notes

Description:

A stocky and well-camouflaged heron of dense reed beds, the American Bittern is difficult to see. Its far-carrying booming call is distinctive, but the bittern itself likes to keep under cover.

http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/American_Bittern/id

Reference Links:

American Bittern, Identification, All About Birds - Cornell Lab of Ornithology

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Comments (2)
James McNair
Thanks Ashley. I saw 2 that day at Viera and another yesterday at Christmas.
AshleyT
Great bird! I've only seen one before, would love to see more

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