About the Swinhoe's Storm-Petrel
The Swinhoe's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates monorhis) is a species of bird in the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code swspet when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Northern Storm-Petrels (Hydrobatidae) |
| Species | Hydrobates monorhis |
| Species Codes | swspet, SSTP, SWSP, SSPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Swinhoe's Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Swinhoe's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates monorhis) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Swinhoe's Storm-Petrel?
The Swinhoe's Storm-Petrel is a member of the Northern Storm-Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Swinhoe's Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Swinhoe's Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code swspet, or on iNaturalist.