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