Atlantic Petrel
Pterodroma incerta
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Endangered
Wingspan
63.6 cm
Weight
515.0 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
43 cm, wingspan 104 cm. Large; dark brown above with pale belly and dusky breast-band creating hooded appearance. Breeds Tristan da Cunha and Gough Island; ranges into south Atlantic and Indian Ocean. Endangered; threatened by introduced predators and longline fisheries.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 63.6 cm | 25.0 in |
| Weight | 515.0 g | 18.17 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 55 days. Fledging: 138 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma incerta |
Distribution
Atlantic 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 Atlantic Petrel endangered?
The Atlantic Petrel has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Atlantic Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 55 days. Fledging: 138 days.
How big is the Atlantic Petrel?
The Atlantic Petrel has a wingspan of 63.6 cm, weight of 515.0 g.
What order and family does the Atlantic Petrel belong to?
The Atlantic Petrel (Pterodroma incerta) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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