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Fulmar Prion
Pachyptila crassirostris
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Least Concern
Wingspan
36.4 cm
Weight
142.83333333333334 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
On this page
About
26–28 cm. Intermediate-sized prion with a thick, fulmar-like bill; pale grey above with dark wing pattern. Breeds Bounty, Snares, and Heard islands. Resembles Broad-billed but has heavier bill base. Feeds on crustaceans; overlaps broadly with other prions at sea.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 36.4 cm | 14.3 in |
| Weight | 142.83333333333334 g | 5.04 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pachyptila |
| Species | Pachyptila crassirostris |
Distribution
Fulmar Prion has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Fulmar Prion endangered?
The Fulmar Prion has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Fulmar Prion nest?
Nest type: CR.
How big is the Fulmar Prion?
The Fulmar Prion has a wingspan of 36.4 cm, weight of 142.83333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Fulmar Prion belong to?
The Fulmar Prion (Pachyptila crassirostris) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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