Persian Shearwater
Puffinus persicus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="puffinus-persicus"></birdfyi-bird>The Persian Shearwater (Puffinus persicus) is a bird species in the family Procellariidae (petrels & shearwaters), within the order Procellariiformes (albatrosses & petrels). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.2 cm and a weight of 194 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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30–32 cm. Dark brown above; white below with dark smudging on flanks and vent. Breeds islands in the Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf region. Ranges in NW Indian Ocean; poorly studied. Closely related to Audubon's Shearwater complex; feeds on fish and squid.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼展 | 39.2 cm | 15.4 in |
| 体重 | 194.0 g | 6.84 oz |
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分类学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Procellariiformes (Albatrosses & Petrels) |
| 科 | Procellariidae (Petrels & Shearwaters) |
| Genus | Puffinus |
| 物种 | Puffinus persicus |
Distribution
Persian Shearwater has been recorded in 1 countries.
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