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Japanese Night Heron
Gorsachius goisagi
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
51.4 cm
Weight
527.0 g
Family
Ardeidae
Order
Pelecaniformes
The Japanese Night Heron (Gorsachius goisagi) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 51.4 cm and a weight of 527 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 51.4 cm | 20.2 in |
| Weight | 527.0 g | 18.59 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 17-20 days. Fledging: 35-37 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Gorsachius |
| Species | Gorsachius goisagi |
Distribution
Japanese Night Heron has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Japanese Night Heron endangered?
The Japanese Night Heron has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Japanese Night Heron nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 17-20 days. Fledging: 35-37 days.
How big is the Japanese Night Heron?
The Japanese Night Heron has a wingspan of 51.4 cm, weight of 527.0 g.
What order and family does the Japanese Night Heron belong to?
The Japanese Night Heron (Gorsachius goisagi) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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