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Persian Shearwater
Puffinus persicus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
39.2 cm
Weight
194.0 g
Family
Procellariidae
Order
Procellariiformes
About
30–32 cm. Dark brown above; white below with dark smudging on flanks and vent. Breeds islands in the Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf region. Ranges in NW Indian Ocean; poorly studied. Closely related to Audubon's Shearwater complex; feeds on fish and squid.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.2 cm | 15.4 in |
| Weight | 194.0 g | 6.84 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Puffinus |
| Species | Puffinus persicus |
Distribution
Persian Shearwater has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Persian Shearwater endangered?
The Persian Shearwater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Persian Shearwater?
The Persian Shearwater has a wingspan of 39.2 cm, weight of 194.0 g.
What order and family does the Persian Shearwater belong to?
The Persian Shearwater (Puffinus persicus) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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