About the Christmas Shearwater
The Christmas Shearwater (Puffinus nativitatis) 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 chrshe 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 | Puffinus nativitatis |
| Species Codes | chrshe, CHSH, CISH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Christmas Shearwater belong to?
The Christmas Shearwater (Puffinus nativitatis) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Christmas Shearwater?
The Christmas 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 Christmas Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Christmas Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chrshe, or on iNaturalist.