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]
View DetailsFasciated Tiger Heron [Tigrisoma fasciatum]
View DetailsBare-throated Tiger Heron [Tigrisoma mexicanum]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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Class |
Birds
Aves
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Order |
Pelicans and Relatives
Pelecaniformes
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Family |
Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns
Ardeidae
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Statistics
- Species 3