About the Sooty Albatross
The Sooty Albatross (Phoebetria fusca) 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 sooalb1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Albatrosses (Diomedeidae) |
| Species | Phoebetria fusca |
| Species Codes | sooalb1, SOAL |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Albatross belong to?
The Sooty Albatross (Phoebetria fusca) belongs to the Albatrosses family (Diomedeidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sooty Albatross?
The Sooty Albatross is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sooty Albatross?
The Sooty 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 Sooty Albatross sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Albatross on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sooalb1, or on iNaturalist.