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Tristan Albatross
Diomedea dabbenena
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
127.3 cm
Weight
7100.0 g
Family
Diomedeidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
Tristan Albatross, 100–110 cm, wingspan 250–300 cm, breeds only on Gough Island in the South Atlantic — one of the world's most isolated islands. Critically Endangered; mouse predation on eggs and chicks is causing severe decline. Pelagic across the South Atlantic; piscivore and squid feeder.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 127.3 cm | 50.1 in |
| Weight | 7100.0 g | 250.45 oz |
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: M. Fledging: 273 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Diomedeidae (Albatrosses) |
| Genus | Diomedea |
| Species | Diomedea dabbenena |
Distribution
Tristan Albatross has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tristan Albatross endangered?
The Tristan Albatross has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Tristan Albatross nest?
Nest type: M. Fledging: 273 days.
How big is the Tristan Albatross?
The Tristan Albatross has a wingspan of 127.3 cm, weight of 7100.0 g.
What order and family does the Tristan Albatross belong to?
The Tristan Albatross (Diomedea dabbenena) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Diomedeidae.
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