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Providence Petrel
Pterodroma solandri
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Least Concern
Wingspan
59.8 cm
Weight
480.3333333333333 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
40 cm, wingspan 96–100 cm. Dark brown overall with pale forehead; underwing shows white flash at base of primaries. Breeds Lord Howe Island; migrates to North Pacific after breeding. Feeds on squid and fish; populations recovering after predator control on Lord Howe.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 59.8 cm | 23.5 in |
| Weight | 480.3333333333333 g | 16.94 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 56 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Species | Pterodroma solandri |
Distribution
Providence Petrel has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Providence Petrel endangered?
The Providence Petrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Providence Petrel nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 56 days.
How big is the Providence Petrel?
The Providence Petrel has a wingspan of 59.8 cm, weight of 480.3333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Providence Petrel belong to?
The Providence Petrel (Pterodroma solandri) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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