About the South Georgia Diving-Petrel
The South Georgia Diving-Petrel (Pelecanoides georgicus) 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 sgdpet1 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 | Pelecanoides georgicus |
| Species Codes | sgdpet1, SGDP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the South Georgia Diving-Petrel belong to?
The South Georgia Diving-Petrel (Pelecanoides georgicus) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the South Georgia Diving-Petrel?
The South Georgia Diving-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 South Georgia Diving-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of South Georgia Diving-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sgdpet1, or on iNaturalist.