About the Pycroft's Petrel
Pycroft's petrel is a species of seabird in the petrel and shearwater family Procellariidae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Pterodroma pycrofti |
| Species Codes | pycpet1, PYPE |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pycroft's Petrel belong to?
The Pycroft's Petrel (Pterodroma pycrofti) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Pycroft's Petrel?
The Pycroft's Petrel is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Pycroft's Petrel?
Pycroft's petrel is a species of seabird in the petrel and shearwater family Procellariidae....
Where can I report a Pycroft's Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Pycroft's Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pycpet1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Procellariiformes
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Quick Stats
Procellariiformes
Order
100
Species in Family
55
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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