American bittern
Botaurus lentiginosus
About the American bittern
species of bird
Fun Facts About American bittern
- The American bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus) is a bird species found in North America.
- This species can be observed across various North American habitats.
Conservation Status
The American bittern is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | heron |
| Genus | Botaurus |
| Species | Botaurus lentiginosus |
Range & Habitat
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