About the Black Heron
The Black Heron (Egretta ardesiaca) is a species of bird in the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), within the order Pelecaniformes. This family contains 74 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blaher1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns (Ardeidae) |
| Species | Egretta ardesiaca |
| Species Codes | blaher1, BLHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Heron belong to?
The Black Heron (Egretta ardesiaca) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Black Heron?
The Black Heron is a member of the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blaher1, or on iNaturalist.