About the Peruvian Booby
The Peruvian Booby (Sula variegata) is a species of bird in the Boobies and Gannets family (Sulidae), within the order Suliformes. This family contains 11 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code perboo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes |
| Family | Boobies and Gannets (Sulidae) |
| Species | Sula variegata |
| Species Codes | perboo1, PEBO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Peruvian Booby belong to?
The Peruvian Booby (Sula variegata) belongs to the Boobies and Gannets family (Sulidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Peruvian Booby?
The Peruvian Booby is a member of the Boobies and Gannets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Peruvian Booby sighting?
You can log sightings of Peruvian Booby on eBird (ebird.org) using species code perboo1, or on iNaturalist.