About the Spectacled Guillemot
The Spectacled Guillemot (Cepphus carbo) 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 spegui1 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 carbo |
| Species Codes | spegui1, SPGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spectacled Guillemot belong to?
The Spectacled Guillemot (Cepphus carbo) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Spectacled Guillemot?
The Spectacled 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 Spectacled Guillemot sighting?
You can log sightings of Spectacled Guillemot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spegui1, or on iNaturalist.