Forest Bittern
Forest Bittern
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A rare and elusive bittern endemic to New Guinea, characterized by its finely barred brown and rufous plumage, providing excellent camouflage in its forest habitat.
Where to spot
Dense primary rainforests, particularly along streams and forest pools, in New Guinea.
How to spot
Requires immense patience and expert knowledge of its habitat. Look for its barred plumage if it can be spotted at all, often standing motionless in the dense undergrowth.
When to spot
Year-round. Extremely difficult to observe due to its secretive nature and dense habitat. Most active at dawn and dusk.
Where to spot
Dense primary rainforests, particularly along streams and forest pools, in New Guinea.
How to spot
Requires immense patience and expert knowledge of its habitat. Look for its barred plumage if it can be spotted at all, often standing motionless in the dense undergrowth.
When to spot
Year-round. Extremely difficult to observe due to its secretive nature and dense habitat. Most active at dawn and dusk.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Forest Bittern is one of the least known heron species, with very few documented observations in the wild, making it a 'holy grail' for birdwatchers.
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