Tiger Herons [Tigrisoma]

Description

Tigrisoma is a genus of herons known for their striking striped appearance, resembling the pattern of a tiger's coat. These medium to large birds are found in wetlands and river environments throughout the Americas. They are solitary hunters, feeding on a variety of aquatic prey including fish, amphibians, and small reptiles.

Species
Rufescent Tiger Heron [Tigrisoma lineatum]
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Fasciated Tiger Heron [Tigrisoma fasciatum]
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Bare-throated Tiger Heron [Tigrisoma mexicanum]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Birds
Aves
Order Pelicans and Relatives
Pelecaniformes
Family Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns
Ardeidae
Statistics
  • Species 3