About the Humblot's Heron
Humblot's heron, also known as the Madagascar heron, is a species of heron. It is commonly found on the north and west coasts of Madagascar but it is also present in the Comoro Islands and Mayotte. Humblot's heron is considered an endangered species due to its declining population. The major threats the heron faces are poaching, habitat destruction, and the invasion of alien species such as the water hyacinth.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns (Ardeidae) |
| Species | Ardea humbloti |
| Species Codes | humher1, HUHE, MAHE |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Humblot's Heron belong to?
The Humblot's Heron (Ardea humbloti) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
What is the conservation status of the Humblot's Heron?
The Humblot's Heron is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Humblot's Heron?
Humblot's heron, also known as the Madagascar heron, is a species of heron. It is commonly found on the north and west coasts of Madagascar but it is also present in the Comoro Islands and Mayotte. Humblot's heron is considered an endangered species due to its declining population. The major threats...
Where can I report a Humblot's Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Humblot's Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code humher1, or on iNaturalist.
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