About the Peruvian Pelican
The Peruvian Pelican (Pelecanus thagus) is a species of bird in the Pelicans family (Pelecanidae), within the order Pelecaniformes. This family contains 8 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code perpel1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Pelicans (Pelecanidae) |
| Species | Pelecanus thagus |
| Species Codes | perpel1, PEPE |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Peruvian Pelican belong to?
The Peruvian Pelican (Pelecanus thagus) belongs to the Pelicans family (Pelecanidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
What is the conservation status of the Peruvian Pelican?
The Peruvian Pelican is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Peruvian Pelican?
The Peruvian Pelican is a member of the Pelicans family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Peruvian Pelican sighting?
You can log sightings of Peruvian Pelican on eBird (ebird.org) using species code perpel1, or on iNaturalist.
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