Forest Bittern

Herons, Bitterns 👁 334 views Updated 2026-11-01

Forest Bittern (<em>Zonerodius heliosylus</em>) is a species of Herons, Bitterns (<em>Ardeidae</em>) in the order Pelicans and Allies.

Overview

Forest Bittern (Zonerodius heliosylus) is a species of Herons, Bitterns (Ardeidae) in the order Pelicans and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Zonerodius; binomial: Zonerodius heliosylus; authority: (Lesson, RP & Garnot, 1828).

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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