About the Pintado Petrel
The Pintado Petrel (Daption capense) 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 cappet 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 | Daption capense |
| Species Codes | cappet, CAPE, PIPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pintado Petrel belong to?
The Pintado Petrel (Daption capense) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Pintado Petrel?
The Pintado 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 Pintado Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Pintado Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cappet, or on iNaturalist.