About the Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel
The Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates furcatus) is a species of bird in the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ftspet when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Northern Storm-Petrels (Hydrobatidae) |
| Species | Hydrobates furcatus |
| Species Codes | ftspet, FTSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates furcatus) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel?
The Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel is a member of the Northern Storm-Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ftspet, or on iNaturalist.