#BotaurusStellaris
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Cryptic:
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A Eurasian Bittern stands among thick reeds, only its head, neck and breast visible. This is a medium-sized, thick set heron with pale, buff-brown plumage covered with dark streaks and bars. The crown of its head is black and it has a black moustache. It's standing very still in a typical pose, with its neck extended and its head lifted so its bill is at about 45° to the horizontal. This, and its cryptic colouring, help it to remain camouflaged among the reeds where it's usually found.
October 23, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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#Hüübi (Hüüp)
#Tallinn #Kristiine #Lilleküla #Linnu
Bittern. At last, we have a generic that’s also a specific: #hüüp is the great bittern (not to be confused with #GreatBritain), #BotaurusStellaris and its smaller cousin is the #väikehüüp, little bittern (not to be confused with NW #France),
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August 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM