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Planet Zoo 2 Eurasian Bittern
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Eurasian Bittern in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Eurasian Bittern requirements
| Continent | Africa, Asia, Europe |
|---|---|
| Biome | Temperate, Wetlands |
| Enclosure | Habitat (flying) |
| Minimum area | Land 40 m², Aquatic 25 m², Flight 20 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 40 m², Aquatic 15 m², Flight 20 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 10 m² |
| Temperature | -6 to 25 °C |
| Group size | 1–2 |
| Barrier | Grade 2, at least 1 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | Yes, not in the first Planet Zoo (all DLC included) |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Least concern |
At 20 m² of flight space, the Eurasian Bittern needs more flight space than 9% of the other 11 Planet Zoo 2 flying habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Eurasian Bittern space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (2 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 40 m² | 40 m² | 80 m² |
| Aquatic | 25 m² | 15 m² | 40 m² |
| Flight | 20 m² | 20 m² | 40 m² |
Shelter: 10 m² per animal.
Eurasian Bittern barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 1 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Eurasian Bittern species facts
| Class | Bird (Aves) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (leg span) | male 1.3 m, female 1.2 m |
Setup checklist for an Eurasian Bittern habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Eurasian Bittern as habitat (flying).
- Give the first animal at least Land 40 m², Aquatic 25 m², Flight 20 m², plus Land 40 m², Aquatic 15 m², Flight 20 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 2 barrier at least 1 m high.
- Keep the temperature within -6 to 25 °C and theme the area as Temperate, Wetlands.
- Plan a group of 1 to 2 animals.
Animals that can live with the Eurasian Bittern
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Eurasian Bittern, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Eurasian Bittern next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Greater Flamingo, Long-Eared Owl, Wild Boar, White-Tailed Sea-Eagle.
FAQ
How much space does an Eurasian Bittern need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 40 m², Aquatic 25 m², Flight 20 m² for the Eurasian Bittern, plus Land 40 m², Aquatic 15 m², Flight 20 m² for each additional animal, and 10 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does an Eurasian Bittern need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Eurasian Bittern needs a temperature of -6 to 25 °C and a group size of 1–2, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with an Eurasian Bittern in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Eurasian Bittern, and no other species lists it.