About the Japanese Murrelet
The Japanese Murrelet (Synthliboramphus wumizusume) 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 japmur1 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 wumizusume |
| Species Codes | japmur1, JAMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Japanese Murrelet belong to?
The Japanese Murrelet (Synthliboramphus wumizusume) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Japanese Murrelet?
The Japanese 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 Japanese Murrelet sighting?
You can log sightings of Japanese Murrelet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code japmur1, or on iNaturalist.