Shearwater (schooner)

A shearwater is a type of seabird, specifically belonging to the order Procellariiformes, which includes albatrosses, petrels, and other similar birds. They are typically characterized by their long wings, tube noses used for salt excretion, and graceful, shearing flight low over the water, from which their name derives. Numerous species of shearwaters exist, varying in size and plumage but generally found in both northern and southern oceans. They are often migratory, traveling vast distances to breed and forage. Their diet consists primarily of fish, squid, and crustaceans, which they obtain by diving or surface seizing.

However, the term "Shearwater" can also refer to a schooner, specifically a private yacht built in 1929. This particular Shearwater is notable as having been commissioned by an American heir and later seeing service during World War II. After the war, it returned to private ownership and has since been known for its elegant design and historical significance in the world of classic yachts. Further research will be needed to identify more ships that are named Shearwater.