Puffinus Puffinus is a type of seabird commonly known as the Manx Shearwater. This bird belongs to the petrel family and is mostly found in the eastern North Atlantic. There are numerous synonyms for the Manx Shearwater, including: Puffinus Anglorum, Puffinus Arnouxii, Puffinus Asper, Puffinus Eleonorae, Puffinus Gavia, Puffinus Iherminieri, Puffinus Mauritanicus, and Puffinus Yelkouan. These synonyms are mainly used by ornithologists and other experts in the field to refer to the different species of this seabird found across the world. Despite these different names, all these species have similar physical characteristics and behaviors, which make them unique and fascinating animals.