Pincoya Storm-petrel
Oceanites pincoyae
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<birdfyi-bird slug="oceanites-pincoyae"></birdfyi-bird>The Pincoya Storm-petrel (Oceanites pincoyae) is a bird species in the family Oceanitidae, within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26.7 cm and a weight of 26 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Data Deficient.
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About
Pincoya Storm-petrel, 16–18 cm, was described as a new species only in 2013 from the Chiloé Archipelago of Chile. One of the most recently discovered birds in the Americas. Dark with white belly patch. Breeds in Chilean fjords — unusual for storm-petrels. Forages over cold sub-Antarctic coastal waters.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.7 cm | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 26.0 g | 0.92 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
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Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Oceanitidae |
| Genus | Oceanites |
| Species | Oceanites pincoyae |
Distribution
Pincoya Storm-petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Other species in the Oceanitidae family