Black-faced Sheathbill
Chionis minor
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<birdfyi-bird slug="chionis-minor"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-faced Sheathbill (Chionis minor) is a bird species in the family Chionidae, within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 45.4 cm and a weight of 595 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Black-faced Sheathbill (Chionis minor) is a stocky 38–41 cm all-white Antarctic bird of the sub-Antarctic Indian Ocean islands. Similar to Snowy Sheathbill but with dark facial skin and pink bill sheath. Resident on Prince Edward, Crozet, Kerguelen, and Heard Islands year-round. Scavenges in penguin colonies and seabird nesting sites.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 45,4 cm | 17.9 in |
| Poids | 595,0 g | 20.99 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 27-33 days. Fledging: 55-60 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Chionidae |
| Genus | Chionis |
| Espèces | Chionis minor |
Distribution
Black-faced Sheathbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Chionidae family