About the Matsudaira's Storm-Petrel
The Matsudaira's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates matsudairae) 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 maspet2 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 matsudairae |
| Species Codes | maspet2, MASP, MSPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Matsudaira's Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Matsudaira's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates matsudairae) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Matsudaira's Storm-Petrel?
The Matsudaira'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 Matsudaira's Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Matsudaira's Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maspet2, or on iNaturalist.