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Grey-backed Storm-petrel
Garrodia nereis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
25.0 cm
Weight
32.5 g
Family
Oceanitidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
Grey-backed Storm-petrel, 16–19 cm, breeds on sub-Antarctic islands across the Southern Ocean from Tristan da Cunha to the Antipodes. Pale grey back and rump distinguishes it from most other storm-petrels. Planktivore; flutters low over the sea surface picking up zooplankton.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.0 cm | 9.8 in |
| Weight | 32.5 g | 1.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 45 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Oceanitidae |
| Genus | Garrodia |
| Species | Garrodia nereis |
Distribution
Grey-backed Storm-petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Grey-backed Storm-petrel endangered?
The Grey-backed Storm-petrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Grey-backed Storm-petrel nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 45 days.
How big is the Grey-backed Storm-petrel?
The Grey-backed Storm-petrel has a wingspan of 25.0 cm, weight of 32.5 g.
What order and family does the Grey-backed Storm-petrel belong to?
The Grey-backed Storm-petrel (Garrodia nereis) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Oceanitidae.
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