Birds of Cuba Search Box
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Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Least Bittern
Petit Blongios
Spanish: Avetorillo americano
Latin: Botaurus exilis
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Life, Habitat & Pictures of the Least Bittern
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13" 33.1cm | 17" 43.2cm | 2.8oz 79.4g | Ardeidae | Ixobrychus exilis |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Least Bittern is the smaller bittern between the two native species seen in North America. This tiny marsh bird is able to conceal itself in a single clump of grass. This bittern is more likely to be heard calling than to actually being seen. These small marsh birds are also found in Cuba.