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Grey-faced Petrel
Pterodroma gouldi
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Least Concern
Wingspan
62.6 cm
Weight
632.0 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
43 cm, wingspan 100–105 cm. Dark brown above with grey-brown face; paler underbody. Closely related to Kerguelen and Great-winged petrels. Breeds on rocky islands off northern New Zealand. Ranges in southwestern Pacific; feeds on squid and fish; visits colonies only at night.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 62.6 cm | 24.6 in |
| Weight | 632.0 g | 22.29 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 51-58 days. Fledging: 108-128 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma gouldi |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Grey-faced Petrel endangered?
The Grey-faced Petrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Grey-faced Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 51-58 days. Fledging: 108-128 days.
How big is the Grey-faced Petrel?
The Grey-faced Petrel has a wingspan of 62.6 cm, weight of 632.0 g.
What order and family does the Grey-faced Petrel belong to?
The Grey-faced Petrel (Pterodroma gouldi) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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