About the Ancient Murrelet
The Ancient Murrelet (Synthliboramphus antiquus) is a species of bird in the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 25 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ancmur when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Auks, Murres, and Puffins (Alcidae) |
| Species | Synthliboramphus antiquus |
| Species Codes | ancmur, ANMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ancient Murrelet belong to?
The Ancient Murrelet (Synthliboramphus antiquus) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Ancient Murrelet?
The Ancient Murrelet is a member of the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Ancient Murrelet sighting?
You can log sightings of Ancient Murrelet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ancmur, or on iNaturalist.