About the Tropical Shearwater
The Tropical Shearwater (Puffinus bailloni) 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 troshe5 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 | Puffinus bailloni |
| Species Codes | troshe5, TRSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tropical Shearwater belong to?
The Tropical Shearwater (Puffinus bailloni) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Tropical Shearwater?
The Tropical Shearwater 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 Tropical Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Tropical Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code troshe5, or on iNaturalist.
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