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Cory's Shearwater
Calonectris borealis
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Least Concern
Envergure
69,4 cm
Poids
787,5 g
Famille
Procellariidae
Ordre
Procellariiformes
À propos
46–56 cm, wingspan 112–126 cm. Large shearwater; greyish-brown above with yellowish bill; white below with pale underwing. Breeds Macaronesia (Azores, Canaries, Madeira). Migrates across Atlantic to South Atlantic wintering grounds. Feeds on fish and squid; follows fishing vessels.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 69,4 cm | 27.3 in |
| Poids | 787,5 g | 27.78 oz |
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 52-56 days. Fledging: 91-105 days.
Taille de la couvée
1
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Calonectris |
| Espèces | Calonectris borealis |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Cory's Shearwater endangered?
The Cory's Shearwater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cory's Shearwater nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 52-56 days. Fledging: 91-105 days.
How big is the Cory's Shearwater?
The Cory's Shearwater has a wingspan of 69.4 cm, weight of 787.5 g.
What order and family does the Cory's Shearwater belong to?
The Cory's Shearwater (Calonectris borealis) belongs to the order Procellariiformes and the family Procellariidae.
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