Guadalupe Murrelet

Guadalupe Murrelet

Synthliboramphus hypoleucus

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