About the Townsend's Storm-Petrel
The Townsend's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates socorroensis) 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 leastp5 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 socorroensis |
| Species Codes | leastp5, TOSP, TSPE |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Townsend's Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Townsend's Storm-Petrel (Hydrobates socorroensis) belongs to the Northern Storm-Petrels family (Hydrobatidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Townsend's Storm-Petrel?
The Townsend's Storm-Petrel is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Townsend's Storm-Petrel?
The Townsend'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 Townsend's Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Townsend's Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code leastp5, or on iNaturalist.