About the Waved Albatross
The waved albatross, also known as Galapagos albatross, is one of three species of the family Diomedeidae that occur in the tropics. When they forage, they follow a straight path to a single site off the coast of Peru, about 1,000 km (620 mi) to the east. During the non-breeding season, these birds reside primarily on the Ecuadorian and Peruvian coasts.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Albatrosses (Diomedeidae) |
| Species | Phoebastria irrorata |
| Species Codes | wavalb, WAVA, WAAL |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Waved Albatross belong to?
The Waved Albatross (Phoebastria irrorata) belongs to the Albatrosses family (Diomedeidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Waved Albatross?
The Waved Albatross is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Waved Albatross?
The waved albatross, also known as Galapagos albatross, is one of three species of the family Diomedeidae that occur in the tropics. When they forage, they follow a straight path to a single site off the coast of Peru, about 1,000 km (620 mi) to the east. During the non-breeding season, these birds ...
Where can I report a Waved Albatross sighting?
You can log sightings of Waved Albatross on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wavalb, or on iNaturalist.
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