Marbled murrelet
Brachyramphus marmoratus
The marbled murrelet (Brachyramphus marmoratus) is a small seabird from the North Pacific.
About the Marbled murrelet
The marbled murrelet (Brachyramphus marmoratus) is a small seabird from the North Pacific. It is a member of the family Alcidae, which includes auklets, guillemots, murres and puffins. It nests in old-growth forests or on the ground at higher latitudes where trees cannot grow. Its population has declined since humans began logging its nest trees in the latter half of the 19th century. The decline of the marbled murrelet and its association with old-growth forests—at least in the southern part of its range—have made it a flagship species in the forest protection movement.
Fun Facts About Marbled murrelet
- Its population has declined since humans began logging its nest trees in the latter half of the 19th century.
- It nests in old-growth forests or on the ground at higher latitudes where trees cannot grow.
Conservation Status
The Marbled murrelet is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. This species is at significant risk of extinction and requires active conservation efforts.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Alcidae |
| Genus | Brachyramphus |
| Species | Brachyramphus marmoratus |
Range & Habitat
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