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Nankeen Night Heron

Nycticorax caledonicus

Taxonomy

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

About

The nankeen night heron (Nycticorax caledonicus) also commonly referred to as the rufous night heron, and in Melanesia as Melabaob, is a medium-sized heron. It is found in Indonesia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Melanesia, and throughout much of Australia except the arid inland. A small colony has also established near Wanganui, New Zealand

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nankeen Night Heron?
The scientific name of Nankeen Night Heron is Nycticorax caledonicus.
What kingdom does Nankeen Night Heron belong to?
Nankeen Night Heron belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Nankeen Night Heron belong to?
Nankeen Night Heron belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Nankeen Night Heron belong to?
Nankeen Night Heron belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Nankeen Night Heron belong to?
Nankeen Night Heron belongs to the order Pelecaniformes.
What family does Nankeen Night Heron belong to?
Nankeen Night Heron belongs to the family Ardeidae.
What genus does Nankeen Night Heron belong to?
Nankeen Night Heron belongs to the genus Nycticorax.