About the Markham's Storm-Petrel
The Markham's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates markhami) is a species of bird in the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code maspet when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Northern Storm-Petrels (Hydrobatidae) |
| Species | Hydrobates markhami |
| Species Codes | maspet, MASP, MSPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Markham's Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Markham's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates markhami) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Markham's Storm-Petrel?
The Markham's Storm-Petrel is a member of the Northern Storm-Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Markham's Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Markham's Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maspet, or on iNaturalist.