About the Marbled Murrelet
The Marbled Murrelet (Brachyramphus marmoratus) 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 marmur 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 | Brachyramphus marmoratus |
| Species Codes | marmur, MAMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Marbled Murrelet belong to?
The Marbled Murrelet (Brachyramphus marmoratus) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Marbled Murrelet?
The Marbled 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 Marbled Murrelet sighting?
You can log sightings of Marbled Murrelet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code marmur, or on iNaturalist.