Masatierra Petrel
Pterodroma defilippiana
VulnerableAves · Procellariiformes · Procellariidae
About
Masatierra petrel or De Filippi's petrel, is a species of seabird in the family Procellariidae. It is endemic to Chile where it nests in the Juan Fernández Islands and Desventuradas Islands. Its natural habitats are open seas and rocky shores.
Fun Fact
On the Desventuradas Islands, the largest colony is on San Ambrosio where more than 10,000 birds were estimated to be present in 1970.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Prey on the wing.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change