Tahiti Petrel
Pseudobulweria rostrata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pseudobulweria-rostrata"></birdfyi-bird>The Tahiti Petrel (Pseudobulweria rostrata) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 56.5 cm and a weight of 410.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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À propos
38–40 cm. Large, compact petrel; dark brown above with slightly paler head; whitish belly contrasting with dark breast. Breeds French Polynesia and New Caledonia; ranges in tropical Pacific. Feeds on squid and fish; Near Threatened; populations affected by introduced predators.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 56,5 cm | 22.2 in |
| Poids | 410,5 g | 14.48 oz |
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU,CR.
Taille de la couvée
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pseudobulweria |
| Espèces | Pseudobulweria rostrata |
Distribution
Tahiti Petrel has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family