About the Pied Heron
The Pied Heron (Egretta picata) 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 pieher2 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 picata |
| Species Codes | pieher2, PIHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied Heron belong to?
The Pied Heron (Egretta picata) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Pied Heron?
The Pied 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 Pied Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pieher2, or on iNaturalist.