Australasian Bittern
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| Scientific name | Botaurus poiciloptilus |
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| Conservation status | Endangered (Population decreasing) |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Higher classification | Large bitterns |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Rank | Species |
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| ID | 3101786 |
About Australasian Bittern
The Australasian bittern, also known as the brown bittern or matuku hūrepo, is a large bird in the heron family Ardeidae. A secretive bird with a distinctive booming call, it is more often heard than seen. Australasian bitterns are endangered in both Australia and New Zealand.
