About the Herald Petrel
The Herald petrel is a species of seabird and a member of the gadfly petrels. Its range includes the south Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Pterodroma heraldica |
| Species Codes | herpet2, HEPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Herald Petrel belong to?
The Herald Petrel (Pterodroma heraldica) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Herald Petrel?
The Herald petrel is a species of seabird and a member of the gadfly petrels. Its range includes the south Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean....
Where can I report a Herald Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Herald Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code herpet2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Procellariiformes
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Quick Stats
Procellariiformes
Order
100
Species in Family
36
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