Black-capped Petrel
Pterodroma hasitata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pterodroma-hasitata"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-capped Petrel (Pterodroma hasitata) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 56.6 cm and a weight of 443.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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40 cm. Large gadfly petrel; dark cap and upperparts, white underparts with dark carpal bar. Breeds Hispaniola and Cuba; once very abundant. Endangered; longline bycatch and habitat loss are key threats. Ranges widely in western and central Atlantic; crepuscular at colonies.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 56,6 cm | 22.3 in |
| Poids | 443,8333333333333 g | 15.66 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU,CP. Fledging: 105 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Espèces | Pterodroma hasitata |
Distribution
Black-capped Petrel has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family