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Little Bittern ( Ixobrychus minutus )
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It is the smallest of the European herons. Of yellow colour cremate and black. Little Bittern 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)
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