Gray-backed Storm-Petrel
Gray-backed Storm-Petrel
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The Grey-backed Storm-Petrel is a small, agile seabird characterized by its dark upperparts and distinctive grey back. It is a widespread species of the Southern Ocean.
Where to spot
Circumpolar in the Southern Ocean, breeding on sub-Antarctic islands including the Chatham, Antipodes, Auckland, Macquarie, Crozet, Kerguelen, and Falkland Islands.
How to spot
Look for its small size, dark cap, grey back contrasting with darker wings, and white underparts. Its flight is typically direct and strong, unlike the more fluttering flight of some other storm-petrels. Requires pelagic trips.
When to spot
Best observed at sea during the austral summer (November-April) when they are active around breeding colonies. Can be seen year-round in various parts of their vast oceanic range.
Where to spot
Circumpolar in the Southern Ocean, breeding on sub-Antarctic islands including the Chatham, Antipodes, Auckland, Macquarie, Crozet, Kerguelen, and Falkland Islands.
How to spot
Look for its small size, dark cap, grey back contrasting with darker wings, and white underparts. Its flight is typically direct and strong, unlike the more fluttering flight of some other storm-petrels. Requires pelagic trips.
When to spot
Best observed at sea during the austral summer (November-April) when they are active around breeding colonies. Can be seen year-round in various parts of their vast oceanic range.
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This storm-petrel possesses unique tubular nostrils on its bill, which are an adaptation for excreting excess salt ingested with its prey, allowing it to drink seawater.
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