About the Guanay Cormorant
The Guanay Cormorant (Leucocarbo bougainvilliorum) 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 guacor1 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 | Leucocarbo bougainvilliorum |
| Species Codes | guacor1, GUCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Guanay Cormorant belong to?
The Guanay Cormorant (Leucocarbo bougainvilliorum) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Guanay Cormorant?
The Guanay 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 Guanay Cormorant sighting?
You can log sightings of Guanay Cormorant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code guacor1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cormorants and Shags 34 species
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