About the Great Auk
The Great Auk (Pinguinus impennis) 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 greauk 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 | Pinguinus impennis |
| Species Codes | greauk, GRAU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Auk belong to?
The Great Auk (Pinguinus impennis) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Great Auk?
The Great Auk 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 Great Auk sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Auk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code greauk, or on iNaturalist.