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Wingspan
Up to 106cm
Threats
Invasive predators, poaching, bycatch and pollution.
Behaviour
Pelagic with a fast, powerful and direct flight. Long distance migrant.
Diet
Fish, squid and crustaceans.
Conservation Status
Global
In Portugal
Regular passage migrant (mostly Aug. – Nov.). Not frequently seen from land.
Breeding
Nests in burrows and under tussock grass and low scrub in South America and South Pacific Islands.
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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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