The Ixobrychus dubius is a small bird of the order Pelecaniformes, commonly known as the Black-backed Bitten, Black-backed Least Bitten and the Australian Little Bitten. They grow to only 30cm in length and the males have a black cap with black back. Their undersides are generally lighter as per the image above.
Their distribution includes much of the SE region of Australia and habitats include the Murray Darling Basin and along the east coast. Other records include sightings in New Guinea and New Caledonia.
The Queensland conservation status lists the Ixobrychus dubius as of least concern. However, nationally it is classified as near threatened.
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