Cape Verde Shearwater
Calonectris edwardsii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="calonectris-edwardsii"></birdfyi-bird>The Cape Verde Shearwater (Calonectris edwardsii) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 61.8 cm and a weight of 470 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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43–47 cm. Smaller than Cory's Shearwater; grey-brown above, white below with yellow bill. Breeds Cape Verde Islands. Migrates south through east Atlantic to south Atlantic and Indian Ocean. Near Threatened; threatened by introduced cats and rats; feeds on fish and squid.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 61,8 cm | 24.3 in |
| Poids | 470,0 g | 16.58 oz |
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU.
Taille de la couvée
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Calonectris |
| Espèces | Calonectris edwardsii |
Distribution
Cape Verde Shearwater has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family