About the Soft-plumaged Petrel
The Soft-plumaged Petrel (Pterodroma mollis) 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 soppet1 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 | Pterodroma mollis |
| Species Codes | soppet1, SPPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Soft-plumaged Petrel belong to?
The Soft-plumaged Petrel (Pterodroma mollis) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Soft-plumaged Petrel?
The Soft-plumaged 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 Soft-plumaged Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Soft-plumaged Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soppet1, or on iNaturalist.