About the Streaked Shearwater
The Streaked Shearwater (Calonectris leucomelas) 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 strshe 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 | Calonectris leucomelas |
| Species Codes | strshe, STRS, STSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Streaked Shearwater belong to?
The Streaked Shearwater (Calonectris leucomelas) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Streaked Shearwater?
The Streaked Shearwater 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 Streaked Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Streaked Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code strshe, or on iNaturalist.