Streaked Shearwater
Calonectris leucomelas
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<birdfyi-bird slug="calonectris-leucomelas"></birdfyi-bird>The Streaked Shearwater (Calonectris leucomelas) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 63.8 cm and a weight of 530.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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À propos
48 cm, wingspan 122 cm. Large shearwater; brown-streaked white head and neck; brown above, white below. Breeds Japan and islands of East Asia; migrates south to Australia and Indian Ocean. Feeds on fish and squid; forms large flocks; the most abundant shearwater in NW Pacific.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 63,8 cm | 25.1 in |
| Poids | 530,5 g | 18.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 64 days. Fledging: 66-80 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Calonectris |
| Espèces | Calonectris leucomelas |
Distribution
Streaked Shearwater has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family