About the Scripps's Murrelet
The Scripps's Murrelet (Synthliboramphus scrippsi) 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 xanmur2 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 scrippsi |
| Species Codes | xanmur2, SCMU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scripps's Murrelet belong to?
The Scripps's Murrelet (Synthliboramphus scrippsi) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Scripps's Murrelet?
The Scripps's 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 Scripps's Murrelet sighting?
You can log sightings of Scripps's Murrelet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code xanmur2, or on iNaturalist.