About the Little Blue Heron
The Little Blue Heron (Egretta caerulea) 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 libher 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 | Egretta caerulea |
| Species Codes | libher, LBHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Blue Heron belong to?
The Little Blue Heron (Egretta caerulea) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Little Blue Heron?
The Little Blue 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 Little Blue Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Blue Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code libher, or on iNaturalist.