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Herald Petrel
Pterodroma heraldica
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Least Concern
Wingspan
56.2 cm
Weight
278.5 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
37 cm. Polymorphic petrel; pale morph has white underparts with dark M-mark and partial collar; dark morph sooty brown. Breeds widely across central and south Pacific islands. Ranges in tropical Pacific; feeds on squid and fish. Closely related to Kermadec Petrel.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 56.2 cm | 22.1 in |
| Weight | 278.5 g | 9.82 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR,NO.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma heraldica |
Distribution
Herald Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Herald Petrel endangered?
The Herald Petrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Herald Petrel nest?
Nest type: CR,NO.
How big is the Herald Petrel?
The Herald Petrel has a wingspan of 56.2 cm, weight of 278.5 g.
What order and family does the Herald Petrel belong to?
The Herald Petrel (Pterodroma heraldica) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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