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Flesh-footed Shearwater
Ardenna carneipes
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
62.0 cm
Weight
649.0 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
41–45 cm, wingspan 99–107 cm. All-dark sooty-brown with pale flesh-coloured feet and yellowish bill base. Breeds southern Indian Ocean islands and SW Australia; ranges to North Pacific. Near Threatened; bycatch concern. Feeds on fish and squid; follows fishing vessels.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 62.0 cm | 24.4 in |
| Weight | 649.0 g | 22.89 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 60 days. Fledging: 92 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Ardenna |
| Species | Ardenna carneipes |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Flesh-footed Shearwater endangered?
The Flesh-footed Shearwater has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Flesh-footed Shearwater nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 60 days. Fledging: 92 days.
How big is the Flesh-footed Shearwater?
The Flesh-footed Shearwater has a wingspan of 62.0 cm, weight of 649.0 g.
What order and family does the Flesh-footed Shearwater belong to?
The Flesh-footed Shearwater (Ardenna carneipes) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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