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