About the Parkinson's Petrel
The Parkinson's Petrel (Procellaria parkinsoni) 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 parpet1 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 | Procellaria parkinsoni |
| Species Codes | parpet1, PAPE, BLPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Parkinson's Petrel belong to?
The Parkinson's Petrel (Procellaria parkinsoni) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Parkinson's Petrel?
The Parkinson's Petrel 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 Parkinson's Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Parkinson's Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code parpet1, or on iNaturalist.