About the Cape Verde Shearwater
The Cape Verde Shearwater (Calonectris edwardsii) is a species of bird in the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 100 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code cavshe1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Calonectris edwardsii |
| Species Codes | cavshe1, CVSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cape Verde Shearwater belong to?
The Cape Verde Shearwater (Calonectris edwardsii) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Cape Verde Shearwater?
The Cape Verde Shearwater is a member of the Shearwaters and Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Cape Verde Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Cape Verde Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cavshe1, or on iNaturalist.
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