Australasian Bittern · Australische roerdomp - Botaurus poiciloptilus from protection act south australia Watch Video
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Description: The Australasian bittern (Botaurus poiciloptilus), also known as the brown bittern or matuku harepo, is a large bird in the heron family Ardeidae. A secretive bird with a distinctive booming call, it is more often heard than seen. Australasian bitterns are endangered in both Australia and New Zealand.nIt is a large bittern, patterned and streaked brown, buff and black, with a pale throat.nIt is found in south-western and south-eastern Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, New Caledonia and Ouvea. Po
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