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Great Shearwater
Ardenna gravis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
63.6 cm
Weight
832.5 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
43–51 cm, wingspan 105–122 cm. Large; dark brown above with white underparts, dark cap, and distinctive scaly pattern on upperwing. Breeds Tristan da Cunha, Gough, and Falklands; migrates to North Atlantic. Feeds on fish and squid; spectacular post-breeding migration past UK coasts.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 63.6 cm | 25.0 in |
| Weight | 832.5 g | 29.37 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 53-57 days. Fledging: 105-120 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Ardenna |
| Species | Ardenna gravis |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Great Shearwater endangered?
The Great Shearwater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Great Shearwater nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 53-57 days. Fledging: 105-120 days.
How big is the Great Shearwater?
The Great Shearwater has a wingspan of 63.6 cm, weight of 832.5 g.
What order and family does the Great Shearwater belong to?
The Great Shearwater (Ardenna gravis) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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