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Masatierra Petrel

Pterodroma defilippiana

Vulnerable
Wingspan
45.2 cm
Weight
173.83333333333334 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes

The Masatierra Petrel (Pterodroma defilippiana) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 45.2 cm and a weight of 173.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.

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26–28 cm. Small; pale grey above with dark M-mark; white underparts with partial dark collar. Breeds Juan Fernandez and Desventuradas islands off Chile. Vulnerable; small range. Ranges in subtropical southeast Pacific; closely related to Cook's and Pycroft's petrels.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 45.2 cm 17.8 in
Weight 173.83333333333334 g 6.13 oz

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Clutch Size

1

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels)
Family Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters)
Genus Pterodroma
Species Pterodroma defilippiana

Distribution

Masatierra Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Masatierra Petrel endangered?
The Masatierra Petrel has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Masatierra Petrel?
The Masatierra Petrel has a wingspan of 45.2 cm, weight of 173.83333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Masatierra Petrel belong to?
The Masatierra Petrel (Pterodroma defilippiana) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.

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