Antarctic Petrel
Thalassoica antarctica
Least ConcernAves · Procellariiformes · Procellariidae
About
The Antarctic petrel is a boldly marked dark brown and white petrel, found in Antarctica, most commonly in the Ross and Weddell Seas. They eat Antarctic krill, fish, and small squid. They feed while swimming but can dive from both the surface and the air.
Fun Fact
The bills of Procellariiformes are also unique in that they are split into between seven and nine horny plates.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lives and breeds in the Southern Ocean, and on the Antarctic islands.
Diet
Eat Antarctic krill, fish, and small squid.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance