Sunbittern
Eurypyga helias
Diet
Fish, crustaceans, amphibians, and insects.
Habitat
Found near lakes, rivers, and streams in tropical and subtropical habitats.
Nesting
Both the male and female work to build a large nest from sticks, leaves, and mud in a tree. Lays 1-2 eggs that parents take turns incubating.
Did you know?
When threatened, it unfolds its tail and wings, and two “eyes” can be seen in its feather pattern.