About the Gray Petrel
The Gray Petrel (Procellaria cinerea) 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 grapet 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 | Procellaria cinerea |
| Species Codes | grapet, GRPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray Petrel belong to?
The Gray Petrel (Procellaria cinerea) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Gray Petrel?
The Gray 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 Gray Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grapet, or on iNaturalist.