Bonin Petrel
Pterodroma hypoleuca
Least ConcernAves · Procellariiformes · Procellariidae
About
The Bonin petrel or nunulu is a seabird in the family Procellariidae. It is a small gadfly petrel that is found in the northwest Pacific Ocean. Its secretive habits, remote breeding colonies and limited range have resulted in few studies and many aspects of the species' biology are poorly known.
Fun Fact
Its secretive habits, remote breeding colonies and limited range have resulted in few studies and many aspects of the species' biology are poorly known.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the northwest Pacific Ocean.
Diet
Prey items are fish from the family Myctophidae (lantern fish) and Sternoptychidae (hatchetfish).
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance