New Zealand Storm-petrel vs Wilson's Storm-petrel
Fregetta maoriana compared with Oceanites oceanicus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Storm-petrel | Wilson's Storm-petrel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fregetta maoriana | Oceanites oceanicus |
| Order | Procellariiformes | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Oceanitidae | Oceanitidae |
| Conservation Status | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.2 cm (11.1 in) | 29.4 cm (11.6 in) |
| Weight | 34.75 g (1.23 oz) | 37.5 g (1.32 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
New Zealand Storm-petrel
Least Concern
Wilson's Storm-petrel
About These Birds
New Zealand Storm-petrel
New Zealand Storm-petrel, 16–18 cm, was thought extinct for over 150 years until rediscovered in 2003 off the Hauraki Gulf. Breeding colony finally found in 2013 on Little Barrier Island. Dark above, white below with black stripe through belly. Endangered. Planktivore in New Zealand coastal and pelagic waters.
Wilson's Storm-petrel
Wilson's Storm-petrel, 15–19 cm, wingspan 38–42 cm, may be the world's most abundant bird with billions breeding on Antarctic and sub-Antarctic islands. Dark brown with white rump, yellow-webbed feet dangling below body while 'walking' on water surface. Planktivore; skims copepods and krill. Circumglobal migrant.