About the Least Bittern
The least bittern is a small heron, the smallest member of the family Ardeidae found in the Americas. This species was formerly placed in the genus Ixobrychus.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns (Ardeidae) |
| Species | Botaurus exilis |
| Species Codes | leabit, LEBI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Least Bittern belong to?
The Least Bittern (Botaurus exilis) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Least Bittern?
The least bittern is a small heron, the smallest member of the family Ardeidae found in the Americas. This species was formerly placed in the genus Ixobrychus....
Where can I report a Least Bittern sighting?
You can log sightings of Least Bittern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code leabit, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Pelecaniformes
Order
74
Species in Family
6,441
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