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Humblot's Heron

Ardea humbloti

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Pelecaniformes ›Family: Ardeidae ›Genus: Ardea

About

Humblot's heron (Ardea humbloti), also known as the Madagascar heron, is a species of heron. In Madagascar, it is uncommon to the north and west coasts as well as Lake Alaotra, but also inhabits the Comoro Islands and Mayotte. Humblot's heron is an endangered species, with a population estimated at only 1,500 mature individuals. Its population is apparently declining. The major threats the heron faces are poaching (both the bird itself and its eggs) and habitat...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Humblot's Heron?
The scientific name of Humblot's Heron is Ardea humbloti.
What is the conservation status of Humblot's Heron?
The Humblot's Heron has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Humblot's Heron belong to?
Humblot's Heron belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Humblot's Heron belong to?
Humblot's Heron belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Humblot's Heron belong to?
Humblot's Heron belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Humblot's Heron belong to?
Humblot's Heron belongs to the order Pelecaniformes.
What family does Humblot's Heron belong to?
Humblot's Heron belongs to the family Ardeidae.
What genus does Humblot's Heron belong to?
Humblot's Heron belongs to the genus Ardea.