About the Brandt's Cormorant
The Brandt's Cormorant (Urile penicillatus) 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 bracor 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 | Urile penicillatus |
| Species Codes | bracor, BRAC, BRCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brandt's Cormorant belong to?
The Brandt's Cormorant (Urile penicillatus) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Brandt's Cormorant?
The Brandt's 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 Brandt's Cormorant sighting?
You can log sightings of Brandt's Cormorant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bracor, or on iNaturalist.