About the Eastern Cattle-Egret
The Eastern Cattle-Egret (Ardea coromanda) 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 categr2 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 | Ardea coromanda |
| Species Codes | categr2, EACE, ECEG, CAEG |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Cattle-Egret belong to?
The Eastern Cattle-Egret (Ardea coromanda) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Cattle-Egret?
The Eastern Cattle-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 Eastern Cattle-Egret sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Cattle-Egret on eBird (ebird.org) using species code categr2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns 74 species
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