About the Crested Auklet
The Crested Auklet (Aethia cristatella) 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 creauk 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 | Aethia cristatella |
| Species Codes | creauk, CRAU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Auklet belong to?
The Crested Auklet (Aethia cristatella) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Crested Auklet?
The Crested Auklet 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 Crested Auklet sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Auklet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code creauk, or on iNaturalist.