Juan Fernandez Petrel

Pterodroma externa

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Procellariiformes · Procellariidae

About

The Juan Fernández petrel is a species of seabird in the family Procellariidae. It nests on a single island off the coast of Chile, in the Juan Fernández Archipelago. It was previously classified as a subspecies of the white-necked petrel, which is found in tropical waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

Fun Fact

The bill is black with a hooked tip and houses the tubular nostrils that are unique to Procellariiformes.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in tropical waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

More Birds Species

Abbott's Booby EN African Penguin CR Alagoas Tyrannulet CR Aldabra Fody EN Algerian Nuthatch EN Amani Sunbird EN

Browse all Birds →