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