About the Northern Royal Albatross
The Northern Royal Albatross (Diomedea sanfordi) is a species of bird in the Albatrosses family (Diomedeidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code royalb3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Albatrosses (Diomedeidae) |
| Species | Diomedea sanfordi |
| Species Codes | royalb3, NRAL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Royal Albatross belong to?
The Northern Royal Albatross (Diomedea sanfordi) belongs to the Albatrosses family (Diomedeidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Northern Royal Albatross?
The Northern Royal Albatross is a member of the Albatrosses family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Northern Royal Albatross sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Royal Albatross on eBird (ebird.org) using species code royalb3, or on iNaturalist.