About the Chatham Albatross
The Chatham Albatross (Thalassarche eremita) is a species of bird in the Albatrosses family (Diomedeidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code shyalb2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Albatrosses (Diomedeidae) |
| Species | Thalassarche eremita |
| Species Codes | shyalb2, CHAL, CIMO |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chatham Albatross belong to?
The Chatham Albatross (Thalassarche eremita) belongs to the Albatrosses family (Diomedeidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Chatham Albatross?
The Chatham Albatross is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Chatham Albatross?
The Chatham Albatross is a member of the Albatrosses family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chatham Albatross sighting?
You can log sightings of Chatham Albatross on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shyalb2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Albatrosses 20 species
More Birds in Order Procellariiformes
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