American Bittern

• Size: 23.6-33.5" long // 36.2" wingspan
• Diet: insects, crustaceans, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and small mammals
• Seasonal Habits: Some migrate in winter
• Temperament: Aggressive when you near their nest

American Bitterns are medium-sized herons with thick, compact bodies. They have shorter legs and thicker necks than typical herons and a slightly hunched posture. The daggerlike bill is long, straight, and sharply pointed. The wings are broad but the wingtips are somewhat pointed.