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Band-rumped Storm-petrel

Hydrobates castro

Least Concern
Wingspan
30.1 cm
Weight
49.25 g
Family
Hydrobatidae
Order
Procellariiformes

About

Band-rumped Storm-petrel, 19–21 cm, breeds on Atlantic and Pacific volcanic islands including the Azores, Canaries, and Galápagos. Sooty brown with a white rump band; similar to Leach's but straighter wingtips and steadier flight. Multiple cryptic species may be involved. Planktivore; widespread pelagic.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 30.1 cm 11.9 in
Weight 49.25 g 1.74 oz

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 39-51 days. Fledging: 64-73 days.

Clutch Size

1

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels)
Family Hydrobatidae (Storm Petrels)
Genus Hydrobates
Species Hydrobates castro

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Band-rumped Storm-petrel endangered?
The Band-rumped Storm-petrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Band-rumped Storm-petrel nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 39-51 days. Fledging: 64-73 days.
How big is the Band-rumped Storm-petrel?
The Band-rumped Storm-petrel has a wingspan of 30.1 cm, weight of 49.25 g.
What order and family does the Band-rumped Storm-petrel belong to?
The Band-rumped Storm-petrel (Hydrobates castro) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Hydrobatidae.

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