Ringed Storm-petrel vs Least Storm-petrel
Hydrobates hornbyi comparé à Hydrobates microsoma
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Ringed Storm-petrel | Least Storm-petrel |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Hydrobates hornbyi | Hydrobates microsoma |
| Ordre | Procellariiformes | Procellariiformes |
| Famille | Hydrobatidae | Hydrobatidae |
| Statut de conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 32,6 cm (12.8 in) | 23,8 cm (9.4 in) |
| Poids | 39,25 g (1.38 oz) | 18,0 g (0.63 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
Ringed Storm-petrel
Least Concern
Least Storm-petrel
About These Birds
Ringed Storm-petrel
Ringed Storm-petrel, 21–23 cm, is an extremely poorly known species with a highly restricted range over the Humboldt Current off Peru and Chile. White underparts with a distinctive dark breast band — giving the 'ringed' appearance. Breeding grounds unknown until recently; likely nests in Atacama Desert.
Least Storm-petrel
World's smallest seabird at 13–15 cm. Sooty-black with white rump; short rounded wings. Breeds Baja California islands; ranges offshore in eastern Pacific to Ecuador. Feeds on zooplankton and small fish by pattering on the surface. Nocturnal at breeding colonies; Near Threatened.