Southern Giant Petrel
Macronectes giganteus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="macronectes-giganteus"></birdfyi-bird>The Southern Giant Petrel (Macronectes giganteus) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 98.7 cm and a weight of 4.4 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
86–99 cm, wingspan 185–205 cm; largest procellariid. Bill massive, pale horn with greenish tip. Two morphs: brown-and-white and rare all-white. Breeds Antarctic and subantarctic islands; ranges widely in Southern Ocean. Scavenges carrion and kills penguins; dominant at seal carcasses.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 98,7 cm | 38.9 in |
| Poids | 4425,0 g | 156.09 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: M. Incubation: 55-66 days. Fledging: 104-132 days.
Taille de la couvée
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Macronectes |
| Espèces | Macronectes giganteus |
Distribution
Southern Giant Petrel has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family