Juan Fernandez Petrel
Pterodroma externa
VulnerableAves · 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