Ancient murrelet
Synthliboramphus antiquus
The ancient murrelet (Synthliboramphus antiquus) is a bird in the auk family.
About the Ancient murrelet
The ancient murrelet (Synthliboramphus antiquus) is a bird in the auk family. The English term "murrelet" is a diminutive of "murre", a word of uncertain origins, but which may imitate the call of the common guillemot. Ancient murrelets are called "ancient" because they have grey on the back like a shawl, as worn by the elderly.
Fun Facts About Ancient murrelet
- The ancient murrelet (Synthliboramphus antiquus) is a bird in the auk family.
- The English term "murrelet" is a diminutive of "murre", a word of uncertain origins, but which may imitate the call of the common guillemot.
Conservation Status
The Ancient murrelet is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Alcidae |
| Genus | Synthliboramphus |
| Species | Synthliboramphus antiquus |
Range & Habitat
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