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Australasian Bittern

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Australasian Bittern (Botaurus poiciloptilus)

Habitat: Tall, dense reed beds. Above water.

Location: Edithvale, Victoria

Date taken: 20-4-08

Scientific name: Botaurus poiciloptilus

Equipment used: NIKON D80+ NIKKOR 80-400 VR

You've captured the details very well. Good work.

Great spot and Shot.

You must have good eyesight, a super image.
I've never seen one of these, I have a friend who lives in Edithvale I might try and wrangle a visit.

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Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands

Added by: Wetlands Wanderer

Date added: Apr 24, 2008

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Comment count: 3

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