About the Bermuda Night Heron
The Bermuda Night Heron (Nyctanassa carcinocatactes) 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 bernih1 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 carcinocatactes |
| Species Codes | bernih1, BNHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bermuda Night Heron belong to?
The Bermuda Night Heron (Nyctanassa carcinocatactes) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Bermuda Night Heron?
The Bermuda 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 Bermuda Night Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Bermuda Night Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bernih1, or on iNaturalist.