About the Snowy Egret
The Snowy Egret (Egretta thula) 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 snoegr 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 thula |
| Species Codes | snoegr, SNEG |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Snowy Egret belong to?
The Snowy Egret (Egretta thula) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Snowy Egret?
The Snowy Egret 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 Snowy Egret sighting?
You can log sightings of Snowy Egret on eBird (ebird.org) using species code snoegr, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns 74 species
More Birds in Order Pelecaniformes
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Quick Stats
Pelecaniformes
Order
74
Species in Family
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