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