About the Whiskered Auklet
The Whiskered Auklet (Aethia pygmaea) 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 whiauk 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 | Aethia pygmaea |
| Species Codes | whiauk, WHAU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Whiskered Auklet belong to?
The Whiskered Auklet (Aethia pygmaea) belongs to the Auks, Murres, and Puffins family (Alcidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Whiskered Auklet?
The Whiskered Auklet 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 Whiskered Auklet sighting?
You can log sightings of Whiskered Auklet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whiauk, or on iNaturalist.