About the Pelagic Cormorant
The Pelagic Cormorant (Urile pelagicus) 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 pelcor 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 | Urile pelagicus |
| Species Codes | pelcor, PECO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pelagic Cormorant belong to?
The Pelagic Cormorant (Urile pelagicus) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Pelagic Cormorant?
The Pelagic 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 Pelagic Cormorant sighting?
You can log sightings of Pelagic Cormorant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pelcor, or on iNaturalist.