About the Great auk
species of bird (extinct)
Fun Facts About Great auk
- The Great auk (Pinguinus impennis) is a bird species found in North America.
- This species can be observed across various North American habitats.
Conservation Status
The Great auk is classified as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Alcidae |
| Genus | Pinguinus |
| Species | Pinguinus impennis |
Range & Habitat
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