About the Flightless Cormorant
The Flightless Cormorant (Nannopterum harrisi) 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 flicor1 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 | Nannopterum harrisi |
| Species Codes | flicor1, FLCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Flightless Cormorant belong to?
The Flightless Cormorant (Nannopterum harrisi) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Flightless Cormorant?
The Flightless 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 Flightless Cormorant sighting?
You can log sightings of Flightless Cormorant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code flicor1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cormorants and Shags 34 species
More Birds in Order Suliformes
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