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Newell's Shearwater
Puffinus newelli
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
48.2 cm
Weight
382.5 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
33 cm. Dark above; white below with variable dark markings on flanks and vent. Breeds Kauai and possibly other Hawaiian islands. Endangered; threatened by introduced predators, light attraction, and vehicle strikes. Migrates to western Pacific; feeds on fish and squid.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 48.2 cm | 19.0 in |
| Weight | 382.5 g | 13.49 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 62 days. Fledging: 88-100 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Puffinus |
| Species | Puffinus newelli |
Distribution
Newell's Shearwater has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Newell's Shearwater endangered?
The Newell's Shearwater has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Newell's Shearwater nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 62 days. Fledging: 88-100 days.
How big is the Newell's Shearwater?
The Newell's Shearwater has a wingspan of 48.2 cm, weight of 382.5 g.
What order and family does the Newell's Shearwater belong to?
The Newell's Shearwater (Puffinus newelli) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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