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Barolo Shearwater
Puffinus baroli
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Not Evaluated
Weight
164.5 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
25–28 cm. Small; dark above, white below with white cheeks. Breeds Macaronesian islands (Canaries, Azores). Ranges in North Atlantic. Near Threatened; threatened by introduced predators and light pollution. Formerly lumped with Little Shearwater; fast direct flight.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 164.5 g | 5.80 oz |
Habitat & Range
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 44-60 days. Fledging: 62-100 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Puffinus |
| Species | Puffinus baroli |
Distribution
Barolo Shearwater has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Barolo Shearwater nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 44-60 days. Fledging: 62-100 days.
How big is the Barolo Shearwater?
The Barolo Shearwater has a weight of 164.5 g.
What order and family does the Barolo Shearwater belong to?
The Barolo Shearwater (Puffinus baroli) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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