About the Pink-footed Shearwater
The Pink-footed Shearwater (Ardenna creatopus) 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 pifshe 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 | Ardenna creatopus |
| Species Codes | pifshe, PFSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pink-footed Shearwater belong to?
The Pink-footed Shearwater (Ardenna creatopus) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Pink-footed Shearwater?
The Pink-footed 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 Pink-footed Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Pink-footed Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pifshe, or on iNaturalist.