Southern Fulmar
Fulmarus glacialoides
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<birdfyi-bird slug="fulmarus-glacialoides"></birdfyi-bird>The Southern Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialoides) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 63 cm and a weight of 897.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
45–50 cm, wingspan 115–120 cm. Pale grey above, white below with dark wingtips; pink bill with blue tube-nose. Breeds Antarctic cliffs; ranges across Southern Ocean to about 35°S after breeding. Feeds on fish, squid, and krill by surface-seizing. Highly colonial; migratory.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 63,0 cm | 24.8 in |
| Poids | 897,5 g | 31.66 oz |
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CR. Incubation: 46 days. Fledging: 48-56 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Fulmarus |
| Espèces | Fulmarus glacialoides |
Distribution
Southern Fulmar has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family