About the Southern Fulmar
The Southern Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialoides) 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 souful1 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 | Fulmarus glacialoides |
| Species Codes | souful1, SOFU, ANFU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Fulmar belong to?
The Southern Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialoides) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Southern Fulmar?
The Southern Fulmar 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 Southern Fulmar sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Fulmar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code souful1, or on iNaturalist.