American bittern

English

Noun

American bittern (plural American bitterns)

  1. A medium-sized bittern most commonly found in North America, Botaurus lentiginosus, known for its resounding calls.[1]

Synonyms

[2]

  • South American bittern

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References
  1. Harris, M. 1999. "Botaurus lentiginosus" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed September 27, 2008 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Botaurus_lentiginosus.html.
  2. Harris, M. 1999. "Botaurus lentiginosus" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed September 27, 2008 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Botaurus_lentiginosus.html.
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