About the Great-billed Heron
The Great-billed Heron (Ardea sumatrana) 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 grbher2 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 | Ardea sumatrana |
| Species Codes | grbher2, GBHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great-billed Heron belong to?
The Great-billed Heron (Ardea sumatrana) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Great-billed Heron?
The Great-billed 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 Great-billed Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Great-billed Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grbher2, or on iNaturalist.