About the Bank Cormorant
The Bank Cormorant (Phalacrocorax neglectus) is a species of bird in the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), within the order Suliformes. This family contains 34 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bancor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes |
| Family | Cormorants and Shags (Phalacrocoracidae) |
| Species | Phalacrocorax neglectus |
| Species Codes | bancor1, BACO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bank Cormorant belong to?
The Bank Cormorant (Phalacrocorax neglectus) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Bank Cormorant?
The Bank Cormorant is a member of the Cormorants and Shags family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bank Cormorant sighting?
You can log sightings of Bank Cormorant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bancor1, or on iNaturalist.