Bittern
The shy and retiring bittern is a master of blending in and can be very difficult to spot in its reedbed home. It does sound like a booming foghorn, however, when it calls, so can often be heard…
The shy and retiring bittern is a master of blending in and can be very difficult to spot in its reedbed home. It does sound like a booming foghorn, however, when it calls, so can often be heard…
We've been down in the reedbeds to look for one of our most elusive birds.
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The extensive, golden-brown reedbeds that are formed by stands of Common reed are a familiar sight in our wetlands. They provide an important home for many species, including the rare Bittern.
Discover the reason behind the Bittern's nickname and find out more about this elusive bird.
An extensive and long-term conservation project to create more reedbed habitat is paying dividends for the elusive Bittern.
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