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Westland Petrel
Procellaria westlandica
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Endangered
Wingspan
73.8 cm
Weight
1111.5 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
51 cm. Large all-black petrel; pale yellowish bill with dark culmen. Breeds only in inland forests of Westland, South Island, New Zealand. Vulnerable; the only procellariid nesting in inland forest. Migrates to southern Pacific; feeds on squid and fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 73.8 cm | 29.1 in |
| Weight | 1111.5 g | 39.21 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 57-65 days. Fledging: 120-140 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Procellaria |
| Species | Procellaria westlandica |
Distribution
Westland Petrel has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Westland Petrel endangered?
The Westland Petrel has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Westland Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 57-65 days. Fledging: 120-140 days.
How big is the Westland Petrel?
The Westland Petrel has a wingspan of 73.8 cm, weight of 1111.5 g.
What order and family does the Westland Petrel belong to?
The Westland Petrel (Procellaria westlandica) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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