Guadalupe Murrelet

Synthliboramphus hypoleucus

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Charadriiformes · Alcidae

About

The Guadalupe murrelet or Xantus's murrelet is a small seabird found in the California Current system in the Pacific Ocean. This auk breeds on islands off California and Mexico. It is threatened by predators introduced to its breeding colonies and by oil spills.

Fun Fact

This auk breeds on islands off California and Mexico.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the California Current system in the Pacific Ocean.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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