About the Japanese Night Heron
The Japanese Night Heron (Gorsachius goisagi) 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 janher1 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 | Gorsachius goisagi |
| Species Codes | janher1, JNHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Japanese Night Heron belong to?
The Japanese Night Heron (Gorsachius goisagi) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Japanese Night Heron?
The Japanese 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 Japanese Night Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Japanese Night Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code janher1, or on iNaturalist.