Ascension Night-heron
Nycticorax olsoni
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Not Evaluated
Weight
624.57 g
Family
Ardeidae
Order
Pelecaniformes
About
The Ascension Night-heron was a flightless heron known from subfossil remains on Ascension Island in the South Atlantic. Weighing an estimated 624g, it was likely driven to extinction by human activity and introduced predators. It is currently listed as Not Evaluated by conservation assessments.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 624.57 g | 22.03 oz |
Habitat & Range
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Nycticorax |
| Species | Nycticorax olsoni |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the Ascension Night-heron?
The Ascension Night-heron has a weight of 624.57 g.
What order and family does the Ascension Night-heron belong to?
The Ascension Night-heron (Nycticorax olsoni) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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