About the Goliath Heron
The Goliath heron, also known as the giant heron, is a very large wading bird of the heron family, Ardeidae. It is found in sub-Saharan Africa, with smaller, declining numbers in Southwest and South Asia.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns (Ardeidae) |
| Species | Ardea goliath |
| Species Codes | golher1, GOHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Goliath Heron belong to?
The Goliath Heron (Ardea goliath) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Goliath Heron?
The Goliath heron, also known as the giant heron, is a very large wading bird of the heron family, Ardeidae. It is found in sub-Saharan Africa, with smaller, declining numbers in Southwest and South Asia....
Where can I report a Goliath Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Goliath Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code golher1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Pelecaniformes
Order
74
Species in Family
3,685
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