Fork-tailed Storm-Petrel
Hydrobates furcatus
Least ConcernAves · Procellariiformes · Hydrobatidae
About
The fork-tailed storm petrel is a small seabird of the storm petrel family Hydrobatidae. It is the second-most abundant and widespread storm petrel and is the only bird in its family that is bluish-grey in colour.
Fun Fact
The fork-tailed storm petrel is pelagic, spending up to 8 months in the northern Pacific Ocean.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feed on planktonic crustaceans, small fish, and squid, but also consume offal.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance