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Thalassoica antarctica

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The Antarctic Petrel (Thalassoica antarctica, Antarctic Petrel) is a Marine bird.

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Antarctic shearwaters prefer open water near ice, especially in areas with icebergs. Mainly feed on krill, squid and so on.

Antarctic Shearwater is a non-endangered species, the degree of threat is low, and the protection status is relatively safe.


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It is found in South America (including Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, and the Malvinas Islands (also known as the Falkland Islands), Australia, and New Zealand (including Australia, New Zealand, Tasmania, and nearby islands).
Prefers to inhabit open water near ice, especially in areas with icebergs.
The Antarctic shearwater is 40-46 cm long, weighs 510-765 g, and has a wingspan of 100-110 cm.