About the Hutton's Shearwater
The Hutton's Shearwater (Puffinus huttoni) 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 hutshe1 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 huttoni |
| Species Codes | hutshe1, HUSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hutton's Shearwater belong to?
The Hutton's Shearwater (Puffinus huttoni) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Hutton's Shearwater?
The Hutton'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 Hutton's Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Hutton's Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hutshe1, or on iNaturalist.