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Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

Taxonomy

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

About

The yellow-crowned night heron (Nyctanassa violacea, formerly in the genus Nycticorax), is one of two species of night herons found in the Americas, the other one being the black-crowned night heron. It is known as the Bihoreau Violacé in French and the Pedrete Corona Clara in Spanish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellow-crowned Night Heron?
The scientific name of Yellow-crowned Night Heron is Nyctanassa violacea.
What kingdom does Yellow-crowned Night Heron belong to?
Yellow-crowned Night Heron belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Yellow-crowned Night Heron belong to?
Yellow-crowned Night Heron belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Yellow-crowned Night Heron belong to?
Yellow-crowned Night Heron belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Yellow-crowned Night Heron belong to?
Yellow-crowned Night Heron belongs to the order Pelecaniformes.
What family does Yellow-crowned Night Heron belong to?
Yellow-crowned Night Heron belongs to the family Ardeidae.
What genus does Yellow-crowned Night Heron belong to?
Yellow-crowned Night Heron belongs to the genus Nyctanassa.