Mauritius Night-Heron

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Aves (ave)

Order

Pelecaniformes (Pelecaniformes)

Family

Ardeidae

Genus

Nycticorax

Species

Nycticorax mauritianus (Mauritius Night-Heron)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 模里西斯夜鷺

Spanish Martinete de Mauricio

French Bihoreau de Maurice

German Mauritius-Nachtreiher

Russian Мавританская кваква

Similar Species in Nycticorax

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Goraz

Nycticorax nycticorax

Least Concern

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savacu-canela

Nycticorax caledonicus

Least Concern

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Reunion Night-Heron

Nycticorax duboisi

Extinct

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Rodrigues Night-Heron

Nycticorax megacephalus

Extinct

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mauritius Night-Heron?

The scientific name of Mauritius Night-Heron is Nycticorax mauritianus. It belongs to the genus Nycticorax.

What is the conservation status of Mauritius Night-Heron?

Mauritius Night-Heron (Nycticorax mauritianus) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Mauritius Night-Heron belong to?

Mauritius Night-Heron (Nycticorax mauritianus) belongs to the genus Nycticorax, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

What kingdom does Mauritius Night-Heron belong to?

Mauritius Night-Heron (Nycticorax mauritianus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Mauritius Night-Heron?

The closest relatives of Mauritius Night-Heron in the genus Nycticorax include Goraz, savacu-canela, Reunion Night-Heron, Rodrigues Night-Heron.