Galapagos Shearwater
Puffinus subalaris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="puffinus-subalaris"></birdfyi-bird>The Galapagos Shearwater (Puffinus subalaris) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 37.2 cm and a weight of 176.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
27–30 cm. Dark above; white below with grey-brown flanks and vent. Breeds Galapagos Islands (endemic). Ranges in eastern Pacific near the archipelago. Near Threatened; threatened by introduced predators. Feeds on fish near productive Humboldt Current upwellings.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 37,2 cm | 14.6 in |
| Poids | 176,5 g | 6.23 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 subalaris |
Distribution
Galapagos Shearwater has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Other species in the Procellariidae family