Tropical Shearwater
Puffinus bailloni
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<birdfyi-bird slug="puffinus-bailloni"></birdfyi-bird>The Tropical Shearwater (Puffinus bailloni) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 37 cm and a weight of 212 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
27–31 cm. Small; dark brown above; white below. Breeds islands of Indian Ocean and west Pacific. Several subspecies sometimes treated as separate species. Feeds on fish and squid; nocturnal at breeding colonies. Part of the Audubon's Shearwater species complex.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 37,0 cm | 14.6 in |
| Poids | 212,0 g | 7.48 oz |
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU,CR. Incubation: 44-60 days. Fledging: 62-100 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Puffinus |
| Espèces | Puffinus bailloni |
Distribution
Tropical Shearwater has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Procellariidae family