About the Elliot's Storm-Petrel
The Elliot's Storm-Petrel (Oceanites gracilis) is a species of bird in the Southern Storm-Petrels family (Oceanitidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 10 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wvspet1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Southern Storm-Petrels (Oceanitidae) |
| Species | Oceanites gracilis |
| Species Codes | wvspet1, ELSP, WVSP, ESPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Elliot's Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Elliot's Storm-Petrel (Oceanites gracilis) belongs to the Southern Storm-Petrels family (Oceanitidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Elliot's Storm-Petrel?
The Elliot's Storm-Petrel is a member of the Southern Storm-Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Elliot's Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Elliot's Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wvspet1, or on iNaturalist.