About the Westland Petrel
The Westland Petrel (Procellaria westlandica) 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 wespet1 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 | Procellaria westlandica |
| Species Codes | wespet1, WEPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Westland Petrel belong to?
The Westland Petrel (Procellaria westlandica) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Westland Petrel?
The Westland 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 Westland Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Westland Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wespet1, or on iNaturalist.