Bitterns Collection

Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) in flight, Minsmere RSPB reserve, Suffolk, UK, August

Bittern Bird RES 155 Hiding in reeds Botaurus stellaris © George Reszeter / ARDEA LONDON
RES-155 BITTERN - at nest, in reeds Sky pointing Botaurus stellaris George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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Sun Bittern - Nest defence display (Eurypgya helias) Date:

Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) walking on ice, Slimbridge WWT, Gloucestershire, England, UK, February. 2020VISION Book Plate

Die Judengasse in Wien, Austria, historical wood engraving, ca. 1880, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century
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Glossy Ibis, Common Bittern, Night Heron, Little Bittern, Squacco Heron
3708945 Glossy Ibis, Common Bittern, Night Heron, Little Bittern, Squacco Heron, American Bittern, pub. by Book Club Associates, 1972 (colour litho) by Thorburn

A Bittern at London Zoo, June 1922 (b / w photo)
1268695 A Bittern at London Zoo, June 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) camouflaged amongst reeds in winter, Slimbridge WWT, Gloucestershire, UK, February. Did you know? The call of a bittern can carry for more than a kilometre

Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) camouflaged as it stands motionless in reedbed. Yorkshire, UK, January (non-ex)

Eurasian Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) calling, Burgenland, Austria

Little bittern, Lesbos Island, Greece, Europe

Cinnamon Bittern (Ixobrychus cinnamomeus), Bueng Boraphet, Thailand

Black Bittern (Dupetor flavicollis), Singapore

American Bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus) in fresh water marsh, California, USA

Least Bittern (Ixobrychus exilis) adult male, clinging to stems, Florida, U. S. A
Least Bittern (Ixobrychus exilis) adult male, clinging to stems, Florida, U.S.A

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Great Bittern adult with fish prey. Date:

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Great Bittern adult with fish prey. Date:

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Great Bittern adult standing on ice. Date:

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Great Bittern adult standing on ice. Date:

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Great Bittern adult with fish prey. Date:

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Great Bittern adult standing on ice. Date:

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Great Bittern adult standing on ice. Date:

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Great Bittern adult standing on ice. Date:

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Great Bittern adult standing on ice. Date:

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Black-backed Least / Australian Little Bittern perched among reeds. Wallaroo Circuit, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Date:

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Black-backed Least / Australian Little Bittern perched among reeds. Wallaroo Circuit, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Date:

Von Schrencks Bittern (Ixobrychus eurhythmus) immature male, first winter plumage, walking on mud, Long Valley, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, November

Yellow Bittern (Ixobrychus sinensis) immature, fishing among reeds, Bundala N. P. Sri Lanka, February
Yellow Bittern (Ixobrychus sinensis) immature, fishing among reeds, Bundala N.P. Sri Lanka, February

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Bittern - Walking in water with prey - Water Shrew (Botaurus stellaris) Date:

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Bittern - Standing in reedmace and sedge with frog in its powerful beak (Botaurus stellaris) Date:

Pinnated Bittern (Botaurus pinnatus) adult, walking on tarmac, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, March

Bittern at nest, Minsmere Suffolk 1950. Taken by Eric Hosking

Yellow Bittern (Ixobrychus sinensis) immature, perched in waterside tree, Ang Trapaeng Thmor, Cambodia, January

Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) adult male, breeding plumage, in flight, Extremadura, Spain, April

Cinnamon Bittern (Ixobrychus cinnamomeus) adult male, in flight, landing in reedbed, Kratie, Cambodia, January

Black Bittern (Ixobrychus flavicollis) adult, standing on branch at edge of water, Kakadu N. P
Black Bittern (Ixobrychus flavicollis) adult, standing on branch at edge of water, Kakadu N.P. Northern Territory, Australia

Black Bittern (Ixobrychus flavicollis) juvenile, perched on branch of riverside tree, Kakadu, Northern Territory, Australia, september

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The elusive and enigmatic bitterns, also known as Botaurus stellaris, are masters of camouflage. With their intricate plumage blending seamlessly with the reeds, these birds have perfected the art of hiding in plain sight. Residing in various locations around the world, from Minsmere RSPB reserve in Suffolk to Slimbridge WWT in Gloucestershire, England, these magnificent creatures can be found walking on ice or soaring through the skies. Captured beautifully by George Reszeter/ARDEA LONDON (Picture No. 10853359), a stunning image showcases a bittern gracefully taking flight at Minsmere RSPB reserve. The sheer elegance and power displayed by this bird is truly awe-inspiring. In another captivating photograph taken at Slimbridge WWT during winter months, we witness a bittern camouflaged amongst reeds. Its ability to blend into its surroundings is nothing short of remarkable; it stands motionless like an apparition amidst the golden hues of nature's tapestry. Traveling across continents, these fascinating creatures can be spotted clinging to stems in Florida's wetlands or gracing Lesbos Island in Greece with their presence. From Glossy Ibis to Common Bittern and Little Bittern to Squacco Heron - each species possesses its own unique charm that adds color and diversity to our natural world. Even historical wood engravings from Austria depict bits and pieces of history intertwined with images of these intriguing birds. A reminder that they have been enchanting observers for centuries. Whether observed at London Zoo back in June 1922 or seen today amidst Yorkshire's reedbeds, one thing remains constant - the allure and mystery surrounding these feathered wonders never cease to captivate us. So next time you find yourself near a marshland or wetland habitat such as Bueng Boraphet in Thailand or any other location where bitterns reside, keep your eyes peeled and your senses alert.