About the Long-billed Murrelet
The Long-billed Murrelet (Brachyramphus perdix) 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 lobmur 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 | Brachyramphus perdix |
| Species Codes | lobmur, LBMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-billed Murrelet belong to?
The Long-billed Murrelet (Brachyramphus perdix) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Long-billed Murrelet?
The Long-billed 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 Long-billed Murrelet sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-billed Murrelet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lobmur, or on iNaturalist.