About the Mauritius Night Heron
The Mauritius Night Heron (Nycticorax mauritianus) 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 maunih1 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 | Nycticorax mauritianus |
| Species Codes | maunih1, MNHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mauritius Night Heron belong to?
The Mauritius Night Heron (Nycticorax mauritianus) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Mauritius Night Heron?
The Mauritius 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 Mauritius Night Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Mauritius Night Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maunih1, or on iNaturalist.