About the Little Black Cormorant
The Little Black Cormorant (Phalacrocorax sulcirostris) 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 libcor1 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 | Phalacrocorax sulcirostris |
| Species Codes | libcor1, LBSH, LBCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Black Cormorant belong to?
The Little Black Cormorant (Phalacrocorax sulcirostris) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Little Black Cormorant?
The Little Black 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 Little Black Cormorant sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Black Cormorant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code libcor1, or on iNaturalist.