About the Pacific Heron
The Pacific Heron (Ardea pacifica) 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 pacher1 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 | Ardea pacifica |
| Species Codes | pacher1, WNHE, PAHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pacific Heron belong to?
The Pacific Heron (Ardea pacifica) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Pacific Heron?
The Pacific 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 Pacific Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Pacific Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pacher1, or on iNaturalist.