About the Western Reef-Heron
The Western Reef-Heron (Egretta gularis) 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 werher 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 gularis |
| Species Codes | werher, WERH, WRHE, WREG |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Reef-Heron belong to?
The Western Reef-Heron (Egretta gularis) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Western Reef-Heron?
The Western Reef-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 Western Reef-Heron sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Reef-Heron on eBird (ebird.org) using species code werher, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns 74 species
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