Little Bittern Collection

Little bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) watching Great warbler (Acrocephalus arundinaceus) with prey, Lake Csaj, Kiskunsagi National Park, Hungary

Little bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) perched in reedbed calling, Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, the Netherlands. May

The Little Bittern, The American Bittern, The Common Bittern (chromolitho)
3623079 The Little Bittern, The American Bittern, The Common Bittern (chromolitho) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Little Bittern, The American Bittern)

Little bittern, Ixobrychus minutus
6338299 Little bittern, Ixobrychus minutus by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Little bittern, Ixobrychus minutus)

Night Heron, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999261 Night Heron, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Little Bittern, 1864 (colour litho)
999020 Little Bittern, 1864 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der VAogel in ihren)

Little Bittern
LLM338702 Little Bittern by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little Bittern. A Hand-Book to the Birds of Great Britain by R)

Little bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) hunting from reed, Lake Csaj, Kiskunsagi National Park, Pusztaszer, Hungary, June

Little Bittern
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Little Bittern close-up of head, Ixobrychus minutus

Flying adult Little Bittern, Ixobrychus minutus

Little Bittern preening in reed, Ixobrychus minutus, Italy

Little Bittern, Ixobrychus minutus, Kuwait

Little Bittern adult perched in reed, Ixobrychus minutus

Little Bittern adult flying, Ixobrychus minutus

Little Bitternh-Ixobrychus minutus-, Austria, Europe

Little Bittern -Ixobrychus minutus-, juvenile bird in its habitat at the reed edge, Kuhnauer See lake, Dessau-Rosslau, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Little Bittern -Ixobrychus minutus-, male in the reeds, Lake Kuhnau, Dessau-Rosslau, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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Little bittern C014 / 4965
Little bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) in a reed bed. Photographed in Rietvlei Nature Reserve, Gauteng Province, South Africa

Ixobrychus minutus, little bittern
Plate 29 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Little bittern (Ixobrychus minutus), Intaka Island wetland centre, Century City, Cape Town, South Africa, Africa

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The enchanting Little Bittern, known scientifically as Ixobrychus minutus, is a captivating bird that can be found in various habitats across Europe and North America. In the serene Valkenhorst nature reserve in Valkenswaard, the Netherlands, a Little Bittern perches gracefully amidst a reedbed while emitting its distinctive call. It's a moment of pure beauty and tranquility. Another remarkable encounter takes place as this small heron observes a Great warbler with prey. The intricate dynamics of nature unfold before our eyes, showcasing the delicate balance between predator and prey. Artistic renditions of this elusive bird have been captured throughout history. A chromolitho portrays The Little Bittern alongside other notable species like The American Bittern and The Common Bittern, highlighting their unique characteristics and allure. Similarly, an 1833-39 colored engraving showcases the Night Heron alongside its smaller cousin - the Little bittern. In Lake Csaj within Hungary's Kiskunsagi National Park, we witness another fascinating behavior: hunting from within dense reeds. With stealthy movements and keen focus, this little hunter demonstrates its exceptional hunting skills. A close-up image reveals intricate details of the Little Bittern's head – its piercing eyes filled with curiosity and intelligence. Its feathers are beautifully patterned to blend seamlessly into its marshy surroundings. Witnessing an adult Little Bittern taking flight is truly mesmerizing; it effortlessly glides through the air with grace and agility. This fleeting moment captures the essence of freedom that these birds embody. Finally, we observe one last scene where a contented Little Bittern indulges in grooming itself amidst lush Italian reeds. This self-care ritual ensures not only cleanliness but also maintains feather quality for optimal flight performance. The world of the Little Bittern is one filled with wonderment – from their secretive behaviors to their exquisite plumage.