About the Australian Pelican
The Australian Pelican (Pelecanus conspicillatus) 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 auspel1 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 conspicillatus |
| Species Codes | auspel1, AUPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Pelican belong to?
The Australian Pelican (Pelecanus conspicillatus) belongs to the Pelicans family (Pelecanidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Australian Pelican?
The Australian 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 Australian Pelican sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Pelican on eBird (ebird.org) using species code auspel1, or on iNaturalist.