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Scopoli's Shearwater
Calonectris diomedea
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Least Concern
Wingspan
68.8 cm
Weight
707.0 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
45–56 cm, wingspan 112–122 cm. Large; brown-grey above with yellow bill; white below. Breeds Mediterranean islands; migrates to Atlantic. Formerly lumped with Cory's Shearwater; distinguished by smaller size and more restricted breeding range. Feeds on fish and squid.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 68.8 cm | 27.1 in |
| Weight | 707.0 g | 24.94 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 49-56 days. Fledging: 84-98 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Calonectris |
| Species | Calonectris diomedea |
Distribution
Scopoli's Shearwater has been recorded in 7 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Scopoli's Shearwater endangered?
The Scopoli's Shearwater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Scopoli's Shearwater nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 49-56 days. Fledging: 84-98 days.
How big is the Scopoli's Shearwater?
The Scopoli's Shearwater has a wingspan of 68.8 cm, weight of 707.0 g.
What order and family does the Scopoli's Shearwater belong to?
The Scopoli's Shearwater (Calonectris diomedea) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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