About the Little Heron
The Little Heron (Butorides atricapilla) 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 strher1 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 | Butorides atricapilla |
| Species Codes | strher1, STRH, STHE, LIHE, GBHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Heron belong to?
The Little Heron (Butorides atricapilla) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Little Heron?
The Little 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 Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code strher1, or on iNaturalist.