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R IUCN · NT · Near Threatened Pelecaniformes Ardeidae

Forest Bittern

Zonerodius heliosylus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
65–71 cm
Body Mass
802 g
Diet
Aquatic prey
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 235

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 235).

DEF 185

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 185).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

A playable recording is not currently available for this species.

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Australasia: Salawati (Raja Ampat Is. & Northwestern of New Guinea) & Aru Is. (Southwestern of New Guinea) and New Guinea Habitat: Riverine

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Zonerodius heliosylus

Which family does it belong to?

Herons, Bitterns (Ardeidae)

Where is it found?

Australasia: Salawati (Raja Ampat Is. & Northwestern of New Guinea) & Aru Is. (Southwestern of New Guinea) and New Guinea

Sources & credits

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