About the Eurasian Bittern
The Eurasian Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) 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 grebit1 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 stellaris |
| Species Codes | grebit1, EUBI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Bittern belong to?
The Eurasian Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Bittern?
The Eurasian 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 Eurasian Bittern sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Bittern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grebit1, or on iNaturalist.