American Bittern
American Bittern (<em>Botaurus lentiginosus</em>) is a species of Herons, Bitterns (<em>Ardeidae</em>) in the order Pelicans and Allies.
Overview
American Bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus) is a species of Herons, Bitterns (Ardeidae) in the order Pelicans and Allies.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Botaurus; binomial: Botaurus lentiginosus; authority: (Rackett, 1813).
Distribution
Breeding range: the Nearctic. Non-breeding range: MA and Caribbean.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
