About the Fluttering Shearwater
The Fluttering Shearwater (Puffinus gavia) 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 flushe1 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 gavia |
| Species Codes | flushe1, FLSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fluttering Shearwater belong to?
The Fluttering Shearwater (Puffinus gavia) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Fluttering Shearwater?
The Fluttering 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 Fluttering Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Fluttering Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code flushe1, or on iNaturalist.
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