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Little Bittern

Ixobrychus minutus

Endangered

About

Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) is classified as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List. At high risk of extinction in the wild, with significant population decline and ongoing threats to survival.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Pelecaniformes (Pelecaniformes)

Species

Ixobrychus minutus (Little Bittern)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヒメヨシゴイ

Chinese 小苇鳽

Spanish Avetorillo común

French blongios nain

German Zwergdommel

Portuguese garçote

Russian Волчок

Arabic الواق الصغير

Similar Species in Ixobrychus

Ixobrychus cinnamomeus

Ixobrychus novaezelandiae

Extinct

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Ixobrychus eurhythmus

Least Concern

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Ixobrychus involucris

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Little Bittern?

The scientific name of Little Bittern is Ixobrychus minutus. It belongs to the genus Ixobrychus.

What is the conservation status of Little Bittern?

Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Little Bittern live?

Little Bittern is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Little Bittern belong to?

Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) belongs to the genus Ixobrychus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is Little Bittern endangered?

Yes, Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Little Bittern belong to?

Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Little Bittern?

The closest relatives of Little Bittern in the genus Ixobrychus include Black-backed Bittern, Cinnamon Bittern, Dwarf Bittern, Least Bittern, New Zealand Bittern.