Ainley's Storm-petrel
Hydrobates cheimomnestes
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
30.1 cm
Weight
41.15 g
Family
Hydrobatidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
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
Vulnerable
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 | Hydrobatidae (Storm Petrels) |
| Genus | Hydrobates |
| Species | Hydrobates cheimomnestes |
Distribution
Ainley's Storm-petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ainley's Storm-petrel endangered?
The Ainley's Storm-petrel has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Ainley's Storm-petrel nest?
Nest type: BU,CR.
How big is the Ainley's Storm-petrel?
The Ainley's Storm-petrel has a wingspan of 30.1 cm, weight of 41.15 g.
What order and family does the Ainley's Storm-petrel belong to?
The Ainley's Storm-petrel (Hydrobates cheimomnestes) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Hydrobatidae.
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