Common Diving-petrel
Pelecanoides urinatrix
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pelecanoides-urinatrix"></birdfyi-bird>The Common Diving-petrel (Pelecanoides urinatrix) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24.3 cm and a weight of 135.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
20–25 cm. Dark above; white below; broad wings used for underwater propulsion. Most widespread diving-petrel; breeds New Zealand, southern Australia, Falklands, and subantarctic islands. Feeds on small fish and crustaceans by diving. Highly vulnerable to introduced predators at nesting colonies.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 24,3 cm | 9.6 in |
| Poids | 135,5 g | 4.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 53-55 days. Fledging: 45-59 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pelecanoides |
| Espèces | Pelecanoides urinatrix |
Distribution
Common Diving-petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family