Wilson's Storm-petrel
Oceanites oceanicus
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Wilson's Storm-petrel, 15–19 cm, wingspan 38–42 cm, may be the world's most abundant bird with billions breeding on Antarctic and sub-Antarctic islands. Dark brown with white rump, yellow-webbed feet dangling below body while 'walking' on water surface. Planktivore; skims copepods and krill. Circumglobal migrant.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.4 cm | 11.6 in |
| Weight | 37.5 g | 1.32 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 38-59 days. Fledging: 60 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Oceanitidae |
| Genus | Oceanites |
| Species | Oceanites oceanicus |
Distribution
Wilson's Storm-petrel has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Oceanitidae family