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American Bittern

American Bittern - 4/24/2016, SGL 252 © David Brown

American Bittern - 4/24/2016, SGL 252 © David Brown

American Bittern is an uncommon species that is fairly difficult to find in Lycoming County, typically with only a few sightings per year at most. The species is found primarily in marshy areas during April and May, and occasionally in the fall. They are a possible, but unlikely, nesting species in the county.

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