Arkansas driver mistakes bird by an Arby's for a chicken before birders identify an elusive American bittern

"Some people stare at reeds on the shoreline for hours at a time for years before they see one of these guys." ...

VINS releases rare American bittern back into the wild in Vermont

An American bittern has been released back into the wild after recovering from injuries at the Vermont Institute of Natural ...

Sound on: Have you ever heard this strange creature while out on the water?

Male bitterns make the sound to establish territories and attract mates by opening and closing their bills, gulping air and inflating their esophagus.
Irish Sun

You’ve got 20/20 vision if you can spot the American bittern bird hiding in the weeds in 15 seconds

You'll now receive top stories, breaking news, and more, straight to your email. Are you able to spot the American bittern tucked away in the weeds? Credit: Raylene Wall/ Macaulay Library at the ...
Columbia Daily Tribune

Finding a bittern is sweet

Here's a fun test for backyard birders who would like to add an American bittern to their list. It won't be easy. Actually, if you have a farm pond with cattails or a nearby wetland with marsh plants, ...
The Sun

You’ve got 20/20 vision if you can spot the American bittern bird hiding in the weeds in 15 seconds

ARE you able to spot the bird hiding in the weeds? If you can find the winged creature in less than 15 seconds, you may have 20/20 vision. Please provide a valid ...