Wingspan
Up to 83cm
Threats
Invasive predators, bycatch and pollution.
Behaviour
More coastal than other shearwaters. Flight close to the surface with short wing beats.
Diet
Small fish.
Conservation Status
Europe
In Portugal
Present all year round. Most abundant in post-breeding concentrations (Aug. – Oct.) for feeding and moulting.
Breeding
Nests on burrows and cliffs in the Balearic Islands.
Find out more about the marine megafauna in Portugal with the official AIMM Species Guide.
The Species Guide is a digital guide in English where you’ll find various information about the marine species that occur in mainland Portugal. You’ll find biological information, behavior, conservation status and much more!
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