About the Little Pied Cormorant
The Little Pied Cormorant (Microcarbo melanoleucos) 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 lipcor1 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 | Microcarbo melanoleucos |
| Species Codes | lipcor1, LISH, LPCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Pied Cormorant belong to?
The Little Pied Cormorant (Microcarbo melanoleucos) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Little Pied Cormorant?
The Little Pied 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 Pied Cormorant sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Pied Cormorant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lipcor1, or on iNaturalist.