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American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

Description:

A common, but secretive member of the heron family inhabiting Southern wetlands during Winter. Known for its gulping call.

Habitat:

Wetland

Notes:

This individual was found right by the boardwalk on Cattail Trail at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park

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Liam
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Liam

Augusta, Georgia, USA

Spotted on Apr 5, 2013
Submitted on Jul 31, 2013

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