About the Heinroth's Shearwater
The Heinroth's Shearwater (Puffinus heinrothi) 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 heishe1 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 heinrothi |
| Species Codes | heishe1, HESH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Heinroth's Shearwater belong to?
The Heinroth's Shearwater (Puffinus heinrothi) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Heinroth's Shearwater?
The Heinroth's 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 Heinroth's Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Heinroth's Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code heishe1, or on iNaturalist.