About the Band-rumped Storm-Petrel
The Band-rumped Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates castro) 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 barpet 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 castro |
| Species Codes | barpet, BSTP, BRSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Band-rumped Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Band-rumped Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates castro) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Band-rumped Storm-Petrel?
The Band-rumped 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 Band-rumped Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Band-rumped Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code barpet, or on iNaturalist.