About the Black Bittern
The Black Bittern (Botaurus flavicollis) 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 blabit1 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 | Botaurus flavicollis |
| Species Codes | blabit1, BLBI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Bittern belong to?
The Black Bittern (Botaurus flavicollis) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Black Bittern?
The Black Bittern 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 Black Bittern sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Bittern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blabit1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns 74 species
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