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Chatham Islands Petrel
Pterodroma axillaris
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
42.4 cm
Weight
226.25 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
30 cm. Small; dark grey above with white forehead and underparts; distinctive black axillaries. Critically Endangered; breeds only South East Island, Chatham Islands (few hundred pairs). Threatened by weka predation; intensive management sustains population. Ranges in temperate Pacific.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.4 cm | 16.7 in |
| Weight | 226.25 g | 7.98 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma axillaris |
Distribution
Chatham Islands Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chatham Islands Petrel endangered?
The Chatham Islands Petrel has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Chatham Islands Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Chatham Islands Petrel?
The Chatham Islands Petrel has a wingspan of 42.4 cm, weight of 226.25 g.
What order and family does the Chatham Islands Petrel belong to?
The Chatham Islands Petrel (Pterodroma axillaris) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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