5,104 observationsLeast Concern
Rhinoceros Auklet
Cerorhinca monocerata
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Aves βΊOrder: Charadriiformes βΊFamily: Alcidae βΊGenus: Cerorhinca
About
The rhinoceros auklet (Cerorhinca monocerata) is a seabird and a close relative of the puffins. It is the only extant species of the genus Cerorhinca. Given its close relationship with the puffins, the common name rhinoceros puffin has been proposed for the species.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Rhinoceros Auklet is Cerorhinca monocerata.
- Rhinoceros Auklet belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Rhinoceros Auklet belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Rhinoceros Auklet belongs to the class Aves.
- Rhinoceros Auklet belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
- Rhinoceros Auklet belongs to the family Alcidae.
- Rhinoceros Auklet belongs to the genus Cerorhinca.