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Ixobrychus exilis (least bittern)
The Least Bittern's call is often heard but easily confused with the calls of other marsh birds, especially various rails. This call is heard outside the Least Bittern breeding season, and is often part of a "synchophony".
Douglas Von Gausig (recordist; copyright holder), Naturesongs.com
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