About the Wilson's Storm-Petrel
The Wilson's Storm-Petrel (Oceanites oceanicus) is a species of bird in the Southern Storm-Petrels family (Oceanitidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 10 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wispet when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Southern Storm-Petrels (Oceanitidae) |
| Species | Oceanites oceanicus |
| Species Codes | wispet, WISP, WSPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wilson's Storm-Petrel belong to?
The Wilson's Storm-Petrel (Oceanites oceanicus) belongs to the Southern Storm-Petrels family (Oceanitidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Wilson's Storm-Petrel?
The Wilson's Storm-Petrel is a member of the Southern Storm-Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Wilson's Storm-Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Wilson's Storm-Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wispet, or on iNaturalist.
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