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The sunbittern (Eurypyga helias) is a bittern-like bird of tropical regions of the Americas, and the sole member of the family Eurypygidae

Sunbittern

The sunbittern is a bittern-like bird of tropical regions of the Americas, and the sole member of the family Eurypygidae and genus Eurypyga. It is found in Central and South America, and has three subspecies. Wikipedia
Genus: Eurypyga; Illiger, 1811
Scientific name: Eurypyga helias
Family: Eurypygidae; Selby, 1840
Lifespan: about 15 years

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The sunbittern is a bittern-like bird of tropical regions of the Americas, and the sole member of the family Eurypygidae and genus Eurypyga.