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