About the Malayan Night Heron
The Malayan Night Heron (Gorsachius melanolophus) 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 manher1 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 | Gorsachius melanolophus |
| Species Codes | manher1, MNHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malayan Night Heron belong to?
The Malayan Night Heron (Gorsachius melanolophus) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Malayan Night Heron?
The Malayan Night 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 Malayan Night Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Malayan Night Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code manher1, or on iNaturalist.