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Collared Petrel
Pterodroma brevipes
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
42.4 cm
Weight
137.0 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
30 cm. Polymorphic; pale morph has grey collar band contrasting with white breast; dark morph sooty grey. Breeds Fiji, Vanuatu, Tonga, Samoa. Vulnerable; threatened by introduced predators. Ranges in tropical South Pacific; feeds on squid and fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.4 cm | 16.7 in |
| Weight | 137.0 g | 4.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 42-49 days. Fledging: 77-84 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma brevipes |
Distribution
Collared Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Collared Petrel endangered?
The Collared Petrel has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Collared Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 42-49 days. Fledging: 77-84 days.
How big is the Collared Petrel?
The Collared Petrel has a wingspan of 42.4 cm, weight of 137.0 g.
What order and family does the Collared Petrel belong to?
The Collared Petrel (Pterodroma brevipes) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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