English

Noun

American bittern ‎(plural American bitterns)

1. A medium-sized bittern most commonly found in North America, Botaurus lentiginosus, known for its resounding calls.^[1]

Synonyms

• dunkadoo
• Indian billet
• Indian hen
• mire-drum
• stake-driver
• thunder-pumper

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Related terms

• South American bittern

Translations

References

1. ↑ Harris, M. 1999. "Botaurus lentiginosus" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed September 27, 2008 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Botaurus_lentiginosus.html.
2. ↑ Harris, M. 1999. "Botaurus lentiginosus" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed September 27, 2008 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Botaurus_lentiginosus.html.