About the Chatham Islands Petrel
The Chatham Islands Petrel (Pterodroma axillaris) 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 chapet1 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 | Pterodroma axillaris |
| Species Codes | chapet1, CIPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chatham Islands Petrel belong to?
The Chatham Islands Petrel (Pterodroma axillaris) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Chatham Islands Petrel?
The Chatham Islands Petrel 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 Chatham Islands Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Chatham Islands Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chapet1, or on iNaturalist.