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Black-winged Petrel
Pterodroma nigripennis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
44.3 cm
Weight
179.5 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
On this page
About
30 cm. Small gadfly petrel; pale grey above with dark M-mark; white below with dark carpal patch and partial collar. Breeds Lord Howe, Kermadec, and central Pacific islands. Migrates to North Pacific; feeds on small squid and fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 44.3 cm | 17.4 in |
| Weight | 179.5 g | 6.33 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma nigripennis |
Distribution
Black-winged Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-winged Petrel endangered?
The Black-winged Petrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-winged Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU,CR.
How big is the Black-winged Petrel?
The Black-winged Petrel has a wingspan of 44.3 cm, weight of 179.5 g.
What order and family does the Black-winged Petrel belong to?
The Black-winged Petrel (Pterodroma nigripennis) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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