Antarctic Petrel
Thalassoica antarctica
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<birdfyi-bird slug="thalassoica-antarctica"></birdfyi-bird>The Antarctic Petrel (Thalassoica antarctica) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 59.2 cm and a weight of 658.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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40–46 cm, wingspan 100–110 cm. Striking chocolate-brown and white pattern; only member of its genus. Breeds solely in Antarctica on cliff ledges; among the most southerly-nesting birds. Feeds on fish and krill beneath pack ice. Returns to colonies in October; one of the most abundant Antarctic seabirds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 59.2 cm | 23.3 in |
| Weight | 658.3333333333334 g | 23.22 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 40-48 days. Fledging: 42-47 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Family | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Thalassoica |
| Species | Thalassoica antarctica |
Distribution
Antarctic Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family