What is rufescent tiger heron?

The rufescent tiger heron is a medium-sized bird that belongs to the family Ardeidae. It is also known by its scientific name Tigrisoma lineatum, and is found throughout Central and South America. The bird has a long neck and legs and a relatively short tail. Its plumage is predominantly dark brown with distinctive rufous and white stripes on its neck and breast. The rufescent tiger heron is primarily a freshwater bird, and can be found in ponds, swamps, and rivers, as well as on the edges of wetlands and mangroves. It preys on fish, reptiles, and amphibians, and is well adapted to hunting in the low light conditions typically found in its habitat. The rufescent tiger heron is not considered to be globally threatened, although it is vulnerable to habitat loss and pollution in some areas.