About the Tristram's Storm-Petrel
The Tristram's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates tristrami) 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 trspet 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 tristrami |
| Species Codes | trspet, TRSP, TSPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tristram's Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Tristram's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates tristrami) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Tristram's Storm-Petrel?
The Tristram's 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 Tristram's Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Tristram's Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code trspet, or on iNaturalist.