American Bittern

I have been getting reports of American Bitterns being observed at the Viera Wetlands. Today I came across one........

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Gorgeous looking bird, thanks for sharing this images

Went back to Viera this morning to see if I could find the American Bittern. Well, I found it, but I was so close that I could not get the whole bird in the frame. The Tamron 200-500mm is not always your friend..... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/08.../web/angry.gif

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I love how the head and bill are forming one continual shape of a spear for stabbing fish. Awesome photo!