About the Townsend's Shearwater
The Townsend's Shearwater (Puffinus auricularis) 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 towshe1 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 | Puffinus auricularis |
| Species Codes | towshe1, TOSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Townsend's Shearwater belong to?
The Townsend's Shearwater (Puffinus auricularis) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Townsend's Shearwater?
The Townsend's 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 Townsend's Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Townsend's Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code towshe1, or on iNaturalist.