About the Fairy Prion
The Fairy Prion (Pachyptila turtur) 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 faipri1 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 | Pachyptila turtur |
| Species Codes | faipri1, FAPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fairy Prion belong to?
The Fairy Prion (Pachyptila turtur) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Fairy Prion?
The Fairy Prion 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 Fairy Prion sighting?
You can log sightings of Fairy Prion on eBird (ebird.org) using species code faipri1, or on iNaturalist.