Kermadec Petrel
Pterodroma neglecta
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pterodroma-neglecta"></birdfyi-bird>The Kermadec Petrel (Pterodroma neglecta) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 57.6 cm and a weight of 452.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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38 cm. Polymorphic: pale morph has white underparts; dark morph is all brown-grey. Breeds Kermadec, Juan Fernandez, and Pacific islands. Ranges widely in subtropical and tropical Pacific. Feeds on fish and squid; nests in rock crevices and burrows.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 57.6 cm | 22.7 in |
| Weight | 452.5 g | 15.96 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR,SC. Incubation: 50-52 days. Fledging: 110-130 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma neglecta |
Distribution
Kermadec Petrel has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family