Cape Verde Shearwater vs Antarctic Prion
Calonectris edwardsii compared with Pachyptila desolata
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Cape Verde Shearwater | Antarctic Prion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calonectris edwardsii | Pachyptila desolata |
| Order | Procellariiformes | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Procellariidae | Procellariidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 61.8 cm (24.3 in) | 36.5 cm (14.4 in) |
| Weight | 470.0 g (16.58 oz) | 149.0 g (5.26 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Cape Verde Shearwater
Least Concern
Antarctic Prion
About These Birds
Cape Verde Shearwater
43–47 cm. Smaller than Cory's Shearwater; grey-brown above, white below with yellow bill. Breeds Cape Verde Islands. Migrates south through east Atlantic to south Atlantic and Indian Ocean. Near Threatened; threatened by introduced cats and rats; feeds on fish and squid.
Antarctic Prion
25–28 cm, wingspan 58–66 cm. Classic prion pattern: pale blue-grey, white below, bold dark M across upperwing. Medium-broad bill. Most abundant and widespread prion; breeds South Georgia, Heard, Kerguelen, Macquarie. Feeds on crustaceans; makes deep dives compared to congeners.