Ainley's Storm-petrel
Hydrobates cheimomnestes
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<birdfyi-bird slug="hydrobates-cheimomnestes"></birdfyi-bird>The Ainley's Storm-petrel (Hydrobates cheimomnestes) is a bird species in the family Hydrobatidae (storm petrels), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.1 cm and a weight of 41.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Ainley's Storm-petrel, 19–21 cm, is a recently described species breeding on the Channel Islands off California, present in winter — unusual among storm-petrels which typically breed in summer. Dark overall, white rump with central grey stripe. Vulnerable; small population and restricted range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.1 cm | 11.9 in |
| Weight | 41.15 g | 1.45 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Hydrobatidae (Storm Petrels) |
| Genus | Hydrobates |
| Species | Hydrobates cheimomnestes |
Distribution
Ainley's Storm-petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hydrobatidae family