Sunbittern (Eurypyga helias)Birds, Other BirdsThe sunbittern walks silently along dark forest streams in search of snails, dragonflies, or other insects. Sunbitterns usually live alone and threaten intruders by displaying with wings and tail spread. In flight it has been said to resemble a giant butterfly.More info Nest: In a tree, built of plant matter cemented with mud Look: In shadows near water or on a low branch