About the Pigeon Guillemot
The Pigeon Guillemot (Cepphus columba) 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 piggui 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 | Cepphus columba |
| Species Codes | piggui, PIGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pigeon Guillemot belong to?
The Pigeon Guillemot (Cepphus columba) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Pigeon Guillemot?
The Pigeon Guillemot 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 Pigeon Guillemot sighting?
You can log sightings of Pigeon Guillemot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code piggui, or on iNaturalist.