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Polynesian Storm-petrel
Nesofregetta fuliginosa
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Endangered
Flügelspannweite
39,5 cm
Gewicht
71,0 g
Familie
Oceanitidae
Ordnung
Procellariiformes
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Polynesian Storm-petrel, 25–26 cm, is the largest storm-petrel, breeding on tropical Pacific islands from the Marquesas to the Cook Islands. Two morphs: dark and white-bellied. Flies with distinctive high bounding style. Vulnerable; predated by introduced rats and cats on nesting islands. Planktivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 39,5 cm | 15.6 in |
| Gewicht | 71,0 g | 2.50 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: BU,CR.
Gelegegröße
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Procellariiformes (Albatrosse und Sturmvögel) |
| Familie | Oceanitidae |
| Genus | Nesofregetta |
| Arten | Nesofregetta fuliginosa |
Distribution
Polynesian Storm-petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Vorhanden
Not recorded
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External Databases
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Is the Polynesian Storm-petrel endangered?
The Polynesian Storm-petrel has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Polynesian Storm-petrel nest?
Nest type: BU,CR.
How big is the Polynesian Storm-petrel?
The Polynesian Storm-petrel has a wingspan of 39.5 cm, weight of 71.0 g.
What order and family does the Polynesian Storm-petrel belong to?
The Polynesian Storm-petrel (Nesofregetta fuliginosa) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Oceanitidae.
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