About the Ainley's Storm-Petrel
The Ainley's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates cheimomnestes) 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 leastp2 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 cheimomnestes |
| Species Codes | leastp2, AISP, ASPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ainley's Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Ainley's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates cheimomnestes) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Ainley's Storm-Petrel?
The Ainley'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 Ainley's Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Ainley's Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code leastp2, or on iNaturalist.