About the Short-tailed Albatross
The Short-tailed Albatross (Phoebastria albatrus) is a species of bird in the Albatrosses family (Diomedeidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code shtalb when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Albatrosses (Diomedeidae) |
| Species | Phoebastria albatrus |
| Species Codes | shtalb, STAL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-tailed Albatross belong to?
The Short-tailed Albatross (Phoebastria albatrus) belongs to the Albatrosses family (Diomedeidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Short-tailed Albatross?
The Short-tailed Albatross is a member of the Albatrosses family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Short-tailed Albatross sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-tailed Albatross on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shtalb, or on iNaturalist.