About the Gould's Petrel
The Gould's Petrel (Pterodroma leucoptera) 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 goupet1 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 | Pterodroma leucoptera |
| Species Codes | goupet1, GOPE, WWPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gould's Petrel belong to?
The Gould's Petrel (Pterodroma leucoptera) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Gould's Petrel?
The Gould's Petrel 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 Gould's Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Gould's Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code goupet1, or on iNaturalist.