About the Little Shearwater
The Little Shearwater (Puffinus assimilis) 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 litshe8 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 assimilis |
| Species Codes | litshe8, LISH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Shearwater belong to?
The Little Shearwater (Puffinus assimilis) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Little Shearwater?
The Little 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 Little Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code litshe8, or on iNaturalist.
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