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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Pelecaniformes Ardeidae

Little Bittern

Botaurus minutus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
33–38 cm
Wingspan
49 cm

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 75

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 75).

DEF 47

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 47).

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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

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Palearctic & Africa: Southern & Central Europe to Central Asia & Northwestern India and Africa Habitat:
3 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Botaurus minutus minutus

    c, s Europe to c Asia and nw India

  • Botaurus minutus payesii

    Africa s of the Sahara

  • Botaurus minutus podiceps

    Madagascar

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Botaurus minutus

Which family does it belong to?

Herons, Bitterns (Ardeidae)

Where is it found?

Palearctic & Africa: Southern & Central Europe to Central Asia & Northwestern India and Africa

Sources & credits

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