Little Bittern ( Ixobrychus minutus ) |
Description |
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Various |
It is the smallest of the European herons. Of yellow colour cremate and black. |
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It is a migratory bird. Number in strong decline because of the disappearance of the wet zones
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Habitat : | With the exception of Scandinavia and islands Britishs, it is present in all Europe, mainly in roselières, small or big, he prefers the dead and quiet waters. |
Food : | Insects, small fishes, young frogs, tadpoles. |
Size : | 13.002 inch (33-38 cm) |
Weight : 140-150 g |
Wing span : 19.306 inch (49-58 cm) |