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Least Auklet
Aethia pusilla
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Least Concern
Envergure
18,9 cm
Poids
84,33333333333333 g
Famille
Alcidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Least Auklet, 15–16 cm, is the smallest auk, breeding in immense colonies (millions) on rocky Aleutian and Bering Sea islands. Dark above, streaked white below; a tiny white plume above the eye. Planktivore; sieves copepods and euphausiids at sea. Makes loud buzzing display choruses at colony.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 18,9 cm | 7.4 in |
| Poids | 84,33333333333333 g | 2.97 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 30-31 days. Fledging: 25-33 days.
Taille de la couvée
1
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Alcidae (Auks & Puffins) |
| Genus | Aethia |
| Espèces | Aethia pusilla |
Distribution
Least Auklet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Least Auklet endangered?
The Least Auklet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Least Auklet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 30-31 days. Fledging: 25-33 days.
How big is the Least Auklet?
The Least Auklet has a wingspan of 18.9 cm, weight of 84.33333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Least Auklet belong to?
The Least Auklet (Aethia pusilla) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Alcidae.
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