Goliath Heron

Herons, Bitterns 👁 303 views Updated 2026-11-01

Goliath Heron (<em>Ardea goliath</em>) is a species of Herons, Bitterns (<em>Ardeidae</em>) in the order Pelicans and Allies.

Overview

Goliath Heron (Ardea goliath) is a species of Herons, Bitterns (Ardeidae) in the order Pelicans and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Ardea; binomial: Ardea goliath; authority: Cretzschmar, 1829.

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa and the Palearctic.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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