About the Thick-billed Murre
The Thick-billed Murre (Uria lomvia) 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 thbmur 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 | Uria lomvia |
| Species Codes | thbmur, TBMU, BRGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Thick-billed Murre belong to?
The Thick-billed Murre (Uria lomvia) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Thick-billed Murre?
The Thick-billed Murre 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 Thick-billed Murre sighting?
You can log sightings of Thick-billed Murre on eBird (ebird.org) using species code thbmur, or on iNaturalist.