New Zealand Storm-Petrel
New Zealand Storm-Petrel
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The New Zealand Storm-Petrel is a critically endangered seabird, once thought extinct for over a century before its rediscovery in 2003. It is a small, dark storm-petrel with a striking white belly band.
Where to spot
Known only from the waters off the north-east coast of New Zealand's North Island, particularly around the Hauraki Gulf, with breeding grounds located on small islands within the gulf.
How to spot
Identify by its small size, dark plumage with a distinct white belly band and white undertail coverts, and a white flash on the upperwing. Requires specialized pelagic tours in its very limited range.
When to spot
Mainly observed at sea during the breeding season from November to April. Sightings outside this period are rare and opportunistic.
Where to spot
Known only from the waters off the north-east coast of New Zealand's North Island, particularly around the Hauraki Gulf, with breeding grounds located on small islands within the gulf.
How to spot
Identify by its small size, dark plumage with a distinct white belly band and white undertail coverts, and a white flash on the upperwing. Requires specialized pelagic tours in its very limited range.
When to spot
Mainly observed at sea during the breeding season from November to April. Sightings outside this period are rare and opportunistic.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its rediscovery after 150 years was one of the most significant ornithological events of the 21st century, sparking intensive conservation efforts for this 'Lazarus species.'
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