Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross
Thalassarche carteri
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<birdfyi-bird slug="thalassarche-carteri"></birdfyi-bird>The Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross (Thalassarche carteri) is a bird species in the family Diomedeidae (albatrosses), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 94.7 cm and a weight of 2.5 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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À propos
Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross, 71–81 cm, wingspan 180–200 cm, breeds on sub-Antarctic islands of the southern Indian Ocean including Amsterdam and St. Paul. Whiter head than Atlantic Yellow-nosed; similar yellow bill stripe. Endangered; affected by longline fishing across the Indian Ocean.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 94,7 cm | 37.3 in |
| Poids | 2515,0 g | 88.71 oz |
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: M. Incubation: 71 days. Fledging: 115 days.
Taille de la couvée
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| Famille | Diomedeidae (Albatrosses) |
| Genus | Thalassarche |
| Espèces | Thalassarche carteri |
Distribution
Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Diomedeidae family