About the Cory's Shearwater
The Cory's Shearwater (Calonectris borealis) 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 corshe1 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 borealis |
| Species Codes | corshe1, CORS, COSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cory's Shearwater belong to?
The Cory's Shearwater (Calonectris borealis) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Cory's Shearwater?
The Cory's 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 Cory's Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Cory's Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code corshe1, or on iNaturalist.