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Little Shearwater
Puffinus assimilis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
36.0 cm
Weight
198.0 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
25–30 cm. Small shearwater; dark above with white underparts and extensive white on face and sides of neck. Breeds Canary Islands, Madeira, and southern hemisphere islands; ranges in adjacent oceans. Feeds on small fish and squid; fast fluttering flight close to water.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 36.0 cm | 14.2 in |
| Weight | 198.0 g | 6.98 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 52-58 days. Fledging: 70-75 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Puffinus |
| Species | Puffinus assimilis |
Distribution
Little Shearwater has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Little Shearwater endangered?
The Little Shearwater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Little Shearwater nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 52-58 days. Fledging: 70-75 days.
How big is the Little Shearwater?
The Little Shearwater has a wingspan of 36.0 cm, weight of 198.0 g.
What order and family does the Little Shearwater belong to?
The Little Shearwater (Puffinus assimilis) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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