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