About the Guadalupe Murrelet
The Guadalupe Murrelet (Synthliboramphus hypoleucus) 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 xanmur1 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 | Synthliboramphus hypoleucus |
| Species Codes | xanmur1, GUMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Guadalupe Murrelet belong to?
The Guadalupe Murrelet (Synthliboramphus hypoleucus) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Guadalupe Murrelet?
The Guadalupe Murrelet 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 Guadalupe Murrelet sighting?
You can log sightings of Guadalupe Murrelet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code xanmur1, or on iNaturalist.