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Magenta Petrel
Pterodroma magentae
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
61.2 cm
Weight
487.5 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
38–42 cm. Large dark-rumped petrel; brown above with pale forehead and whitish underparts. Critically Endangered; rediscovered in 1978 on Chatham Islands. Fewer than 150 known pairs; threatened by introduced predators and road lighting. Feeds on squid and fish at sea.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 61.2 cm | 24.1 in |
| Weight | 487.5 g | 17.20 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma magentae |
Distribution
Magenta Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Magenta Petrel endangered?
The Magenta Petrel has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Magenta Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Magenta Petrel?
The Magenta Petrel has a wingspan of 61.2 cm, weight of 487.5 g.
What order and family does the Magenta Petrel belong to?
The Magenta Petrel (Pterodroma magentae) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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