About the Persian Shearwater
The Persian Shearwater (Puffinus persicus) 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 pershe1 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 persicus |
| Species Codes | pershe1, PESH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Persian Shearwater belong to?
The Persian Shearwater (Puffinus persicus) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Persian Shearwater?
The Persian 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 Persian Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Persian Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pershe1, or on iNaturalist.