Whiskered Auklet
Aethia pygmaea
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<birdfyi-bird slug="aethia-pygmaea"></birdfyi-bird>The Whiskered Auklet (Aethia pygmaea) is a bird species in the family Alcidae (auks & puffins), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.4 cm and a weight of 119.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Tentang
Whiskered Auklet, 18–22 cm, breeds on the Aleutian and Kuril Islands in colonies in crevices. Three white facial plumes give the 'whiskered' appearance; forward-curving black crest. Smallest crested auklet. Planktivore; forages in fast tidal currents feeding on euphausiids. Year-round resident near breeding islands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Rentang Sayap | 22,4 cm | 8.8 in |
| Berat | 119,83333333333333 g | 4.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: CR,NO. Incubation: 35-36 days. Fledging: 39-42 days.
Ukuran Sarang
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Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famili | Alcidae (Auks & Puffins) |
| Genus | Aethia |
| Spesies | Aethia pygmaea |
Distribution
Whiskered Auklet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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