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Black Bittern
Botaurus flavicollis
Black Bittern (Botaurus flavicollis) — Herons, Pelicans & Ibises of South & Southeast Asia.
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The Black Bittern (Botaurus flavicollis) is a member of the Ardeidae family found in Australia & Oceania and South & Southeast Asia.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Pelecaniformes
- Family Ardeidae Herons, Bitterns
- Genus Botaurus
- Species flavicollis
Quick facts
- Family
- Ardeidae
- Order
- Pelecaniformes
Biology & behaviour
The Black Bittern (Botaurus flavicollis) belongs to the Ardeidae family of the order Pelecaniformes. It is found across Australia & Oceania and South & Southeast Asia. Its distribution covers OR, AU widespread.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Black Bittern live?
The Black Bittern is found across Australia & Oceania and South & Southeast Asia with a range covering OR, AU widespread.
What family does the Black Bittern belong to?
The Black Bittern (Botaurus flavicollis) belongs to the Ardeidae family, in the order Pelecaniformes.
Conservation
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