AnAge entry for Eurypyga helias

Classification (HAGRID: 00541)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Aves (Taxon entry)
            Order: Eurypygiformes
                Family: Eurypygidae
                    Genus: Eurypyga
Species
Eurypyga helias
Common name
Sunbittern
Synonyms
Ardea helias

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
15 years (captivity)
Source
ref. 448
Sample size
Medium
Data quality
Acceptable
Observations

Not much is known about the lifespan of these animals. They have been reported to live up to 15 years in captivity [0448].

Life history traits (averages)

No information is available on life history. Please contact us if you wish to suggest or contribute data.

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

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ITIS 176409
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Taxonomy ID 54383
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