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Sun Bittern on Ledge

Sun Bittern on Ledge

Sun bittern (Eurypyga helias) standing on a rocky ledge at the Denver Zoo's aviary. This species uses bright yellow "eyespots" on its wings to confuse enemies, and will sway its head and hiss when threatened.
Galleries: Denver Zoo, Misc Birds, Standing
Keywords: animal, bird, bittern, colorado, denver, denver zoo, eurypga helias, fauna, sun bittern, zoo
Photo Location: Denver Zoo, Denver, Colorado
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 06/27/2010
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Exposure Time: 1/320
F Number: 63/10
Original Dimensions: 3744×5616
Picture Orientation: Portrait
GPS Coordinates: 39°44'58.32"N 104°56'59.41"W
Picture Number: 7174