Australasian bittern, Botaurus poiciloptilus, AV230

Physical Description

Study skin of a bittern. Body is in a straight line with the extended neck and legs, and the head is tilted so the beak is pointing straight up. Wings are folded back against its body.

Field Collection

Kurow

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 100 x 150 x 750mm

Sex

Female