About the New Zealand Bittern
The New Zealand bittern is an extinct and enigmatic species of heron in the family Ardeidae. It was endemic to New Zealand and was last recorded alive in the 1890s.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns (Ardeidae) |
| Species | Botaurus novaezelandiae |
| Species Codes | nezbit1, NZLB, NZBI |
| Conservation | extinct |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the New Zealand Bittern belong to?
The New Zealand Bittern (Botaurus novaezelandiae) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the New Zealand Bittern?
The New Zealand bittern is an extinct and enigmatic species of heron in the family Ardeidae. It was endemic to New Zealand and was last recorded alive in the 1890s....
Where can I report a New Zealand Bittern sighting?
You can log sightings of New Zealand Bittern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nezbit1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Pelecaniformes
Order
74
Species in Family
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