Least Bittern [Ixobrychus exilis]
Description
The Least Bittern is a small heron, the smallest member of the family Ardeidae found in the Americas. It is primarily found in marshes and swampy areas. In flight, the wings appear a lot broader and the tail is shorter than the slender body.
Taxonomy
| 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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| Genus |
Dwarf Bitterns
Ixobrychus
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