Black-vented shearwater
Puffinus opisthomelas
The black-vented shearwater (Puffinus opisthomelas) is a species of seabird endemic to islands off of the Pacific coast of Mexico and the Gulf of California.
About the Black-vented shearwater
The black-vented shearwater (Puffinus opisthomelas) is a species of seabird endemic to islands off of the Pacific coast of Mexico and the Gulf of California. It is a smaller shearwater, with a length of 30–38 cm, 76–89 cm wingspan and a mass of around 400 g. This species is pelagic and feeds mainly on small fish. It is nocturnal, and is most active in low light settings.
Fun Facts About Black-vented shearwater
- It is a smaller shearwater, with a length of 30–38 cm, 76–89 cm wingspan and a mass of around 400 g.
- The black-vented shearwater (Puffinus opisthomelas) is a species of seabird endemic to islands off of the Pacific coast of Mexico and the Gulf of California.
Conservation Status
The Black-vented shearwater is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. This species faces threats that could impact its population if conservation measures are not maintained.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Procellariidae |
| Genus | Puffinus |
| Species | Puffinus opisthomelas |
Range & Habitat
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