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