About the Ashy Storm-Petrel
The Ashy Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates homochroa) is a species of bird in the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code asspet when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Northern Storm-Petrels (Hydrobatidae) |
| Species | Hydrobates homochroa |
| Species Codes | asspet, ASSP, ASPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ashy Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Ashy Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates homochroa) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Ashy Storm-Petrel?
The Ashy Storm-Petrel is a member of the Northern Storm-Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Ashy Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Ashy Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code asspet, or on iNaturalist.