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Whiskered Auklet

Aethia pygmaea

Least Concern
Envergure
22,4 cm
Poids
119,83333333333333 g
Famille
Alcidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes

À propos

Whiskered Auklet, 18–22 cm, breeds on the Aleutian and Kuril Islands in colonies in crevices. Three white facial plumes give the 'whiskered' appearance; forward-curving black crest. Smallest crested auklet. Planktivore; forages in fast tidal currents feeding on euphausiids. Year-round resident near breeding islands.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 22,4 cm 8.8 in
Poids 119,83333333333333 g 4.23 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CR,NO. Incubation: 35-36 days. Fledging: 39-42 days.

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Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls)
Famille Alcidae (Auks & Puffins)
Genus Aethia
Espèces Aethia pygmaea

Distribution

Whiskered Auklet has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the Whiskered Auklet endangered?
The Whiskered Auklet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Whiskered Auklet nest?
Nest type: CR,NO. Incubation: 35-36 days. Fledging: 39-42 days.
How big is the Whiskered Auklet?
The Whiskered Auklet has a wingspan of 22.4 cm, weight of 119.83333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Whiskered Auklet belong to?
The Whiskered Auklet (Aethia pygmaea) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Alcidae.

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