Atlantic Petrel
Pterodroma incerta
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pterodroma-incerta"></birdfyi-bird>The Atlantic Petrel (Pterodroma incerta) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 63.6 cm and a weight of 515 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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À propos
43 cm, wingspan 104 cm. Large; dark brown above with pale belly and dusky breast-band creating hooded appearance. Breeds Tristan da Cunha and Gough Island; ranges into south Atlantic and Indian Ocean. Endangered; threatened by introduced predators and longline fisheries.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 63,6 cm | 25.0 in |
| Poids | 515,0 g | 18.17 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 55 days. Fledging: 138 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Espèces | Pterodroma incerta |
Distribution
Atlantic Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family