Forest Bittern
A species of Forest Bittern, Also known as Forest Tiger-heron Scientific name : Zonerodius heliosylus Genus : Forest Bittern
Forest Bittern, A species of Forest Bittern
Also known as:
Forest Tiger-heron
Botanical name: Zonerodius heliosylus
Genus: Forest Bittern
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Description General Info
Photo By Don Roberson 
Description
The forest bittern (Zonerodius heliosylus) is a bird indigenous to New Guinea. It is the only member of the genus Zonerodius and is also known as the New Guinea tiger heron. 
Size
71 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Forest Bittern consumes crayfish, crustaceans, small fish, water beetles, insects, snakes, and lizards. Forages solitarily by water, camouflaged by plants.
Habitat
The forest Bittern is typically found in densely forested areas, preferring environments near streams, rivers, pools, and swamps. This bird is predominantly associated with lowland tropical rainforests but can occur in similar habitats within subtropical regions as well.
Dite type
Piscivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Don Roberson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pelicans and Relatives Family
Herons Genus
Forest Bittern Species
Forest Bittern 
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