American Bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus)

21 Apr 2016
Dutch, English of Scientific names.
Species Order Family
Noord-amerikaanse roerdomp Roeipotigen Reigers
American Bittern Pelicans, Cormorants, and relatives Herons, Bitterns
Botaurus lentiginosus Pelecaniformes Ardeidae

South Padre Island Convention

2015:10:29
Noord-amerikaanse roerdomp

When the bittern stands up, you can already see how hard to spot they are.

South Padre Island Convention

2015:10:29
Noord-amerikaanse roerdomp

While walking on the boardwalk at the South Padre Island Convention center this American Bittern landed next to us. Just far enough for me to get the entire bird on the image.