How to Identify Pelecanoididae
Pelecanoididae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Procellariiformes, class Aves. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Pelecanoididae Species
Pelecanoides garnotii (Lesson, 1828)
Pelecanoides garnotii (Lesson, 1828)
Peruvian diving petrel (Pelecanoides garnotii) is a small diving seabird that di…
Pelecanoides urinatrix (Gmelin, 1789)
Pelecanoides urinatrix (Gmelin, 1789)
Pelecanoides urinatrix, the common diving petrel, is a small southern ocean seab…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Pelecanoididae?
Pelecanoididae animals belong to the Procellariiformes order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 2 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Pelecanoididae?
Pelecanoididae is classified in the order Procellariiformes, class Aves, phylum Chordata. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
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