About the Brown Skua
The Brown Skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) is a species of bird in the Skuas and Jaegers family (Stercorariidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 7 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brnsku3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Skuas and Jaegers (Stercorariidae) |
| Species | Stercorarius antarcticus |
| Species Codes | brnsku3, BRSK, BROW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Skua belong to?
The Brown Skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) belongs to the Skuas and Jaegers family (Stercorariidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Brown Skua?
The Brown Skua is a member of the Skuas and Jaegers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Skua sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Skua on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brnsku3, or on iNaturalist.