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Pycroft's Petrel
Pterodroma pycrofti
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
42.8 cm
Weight
156.5 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
26–28 cm. Small; pale grey above with dark M-mark; white underparts with partial dark collar. Breeds small islands off northern New Zealand (Poor Knights, Hen & Chickens). Vulnerable; migrates to North Pacific. Feeds on squid and fish; nocturnal at colonies; threatened by rats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.8 cm | 16.9 in |
| Weight | 156.5 g | 5.52 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 45 days. Fledging: 77-84 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma pycrofti |
Distribution
Pycroft's 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 Pycroft's Petrel endangered?
The Pycroft's Petrel has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Pycroft's Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 45 days. Fledging: 77-84 days.
How big is the Pycroft's Petrel?
The Pycroft's Petrel has a wingspan of 42.8 cm, weight of 156.5 g.
What order and family does the Pycroft's Petrel belong to?
The Pycroft's Petrel (Pterodroma pycrofti) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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