About the Yellow Bittern
The Yellow Bittern (Botaurus sinensis) 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 yelbit 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 | Botaurus sinensis |
| Species Codes | yelbit, YEBI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow Bittern belong to?
The Yellow Bittern (Botaurus sinensis) belongs to the Herons, Egrets, and Bitterns family (Ardeidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Yellow Bittern?
The Yellow Bittern 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 Yellow Bittern sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow Bittern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yelbit, or on iNaturalist.