About the Black-bellied Storm-Petrel
The Black-bellied Storm-Petrel (Fregetta tropica) is a species of bird in the Southern Storm-Petrels family (Oceanitidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 10 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bbspet1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Southern Storm-Petrels (Oceanitidae) |
| Species | Fregetta tropica |
| Species Codes | bbspet1, BBSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-bellied Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Black-bellied Storm-Petrel (Fregetta tropica) belongs to the Southern Storm-Petrels family (Oceanitidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Black-bellied Storm-Petrel?
The Black-bellied Storm-Petrel is a member of the Southern Storm-Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-bellied Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-bellied Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bbspet1, or on iNaturalist.