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White-bellied Storm-petrel
Fregetta grallaria
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Least Concern
Wingspan
33.7 cm
Weight
53.9 g
Family
Oceanitidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
White-bellied Storm-petrel, 18–21 cm, breeds on sub-Antarctic and South Atlantic islands; pelagic across the Southern Ocean in winter. White belly contrasts with dark breast band and dark upperparts; pale at base of rump. Planktivore; patters over sea surface. Often seen in the company of Wilson's Storm-petrel.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 33.7 cm | 13.3 in |
| Weight | 53.9 g | 1.90 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Oceanitidae |
| Genus | Fregetta |
| Species | Fregetta grallaria |
Distribution
White-bellied Storm-petrel has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-bellied Storm-petrel endangered?
The White-bellied Storm-petrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-bellied Storm-petrel nest?
Nest type: BU,CR.
How big is the White-bellied Storm-petrel?
The White-bellied Storm-petrel has a wingspan of 33.7 cm, weight of 53.9 g.
What order and family does the White-bellied Storm-petrel belong to?
The White-bellied Storm-petrel (Fregetta grallaria) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Oceanitidae.
Similar Birds
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New Caledonian Storm-petrel
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Data Deficient
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Pincoya Storm-petrel
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Data Deficient
Polynesian Storm-petrel
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Endangered
White-faced Storm-petrel
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White-vented Storm-petrel
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Data Deficient