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Thalassoica antarctica

Thalassoica antarctica,Antarctic Petrel

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

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Scientific Name Thalassoica antarctica,Antarctic Petrel
Length 40-46CM
Weight 510-765g
Lifespan No textual research information is available
IUCN Status LC
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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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    Appearance

    The Antarctic shearwater is 40-46 cm long, weighs 510-765 g, and has a wingspan of 100-110 cm.

    Distribution & Habitat

    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.
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