About the Broad-billed Prion
The Broad-billed Prion (Pachyptila vittata) is a species of bird in the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 100 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brbpri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Pachyptila vittata |
| Species Codes | brbpri1, BBPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Broad-billed Prion belong to?
The Broad-billed Prion (Pachyptila vittata) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Broad-billed Prion?
The Broad-billed Prion is a member of the Shearwaters and Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Broad-billed Prion sighting?
You can log sightings of Broad-billed Prion on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brbpri1, or on iNaturalist.
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