Murphy's Petrel
Pterodroma ultima
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pterodroma-ultima"></birdfyi-bird>The Murphy's Petrel (Pterodroma ultima) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 52 cm and a weight of 380 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
39–41 cm. Dark grey-brown above; variable pale grey below with dusky underwing. Breeds widely across central Pacific (Pitcairn, Austral, Henderson islands). Migrates to North Pacific in non-breeding season. Feeds on squid and fish; nocturnal at breeding colonies; Near Threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 52,0 cm | 20.5 in |
| Poids | 380,0 g | 13.40 oz |
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 50 days. Fledging: 100 days.
Taille de la couvée
1
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Pterodroma |
| Espèces | Pterodroma ultima |
Distribution
Murphy's Petrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family