About the Southern Giant-Petrel
The Southern Giant-Petrel (Macronectes giganteus) 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 angpet1 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 | Macronectes giganteus |
| Species Codes | angpet1, SOGP, SGPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Giant-Petrel belong to?
The Southern Giant-Petrel (Macronectes giganteus) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Southern Giant-Petrel?
The Southern Giant-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 Southern Giant-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Giant-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code angpet1, or on iNaturalist.