Sun Bittern in the Pantanal
Common name: Sun Bittern
Scientific name: Eurypyga helias.
Video Location: Buenaventura Reserve, Ecuador.
Native to: Tropical regions of the Americas.
Classification: Data Deficient (DD) meaning that appropriate data on abundance and/or distribution is lacking.
Major Habitats: Near wooded streams or creeks at elevations of up to 909 m.
Credits: Nigel Simpson.