Parkinson's Petrel
Parkinson's Petrel
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Parkinson's Petrel, also known as Black Petrel, is an endangered large, dark petrel breeding in New Zealand and migrating to the eastern Pacific. It is known for its impressive foraging flights.
Where to spot
Breeds on Great Barrier Island and Little Barrier Island in New Zealand. Migrates to the eastern Pacific, foraging from Central America to northern South America.
How to spot
Look for its uniformly dark sooty-brown plumage, relatively long wings, and heavy dark bill. Its flight is powerful, with strong glides and purposeful wingbeats. Best observed on pelagic trips off New Zealand (winter) or Central/South America (summer).
When to spot
Breeding occurs during the austral summer (October-May). Most commonly observed in the eastern Pacific during the northern summer (May-October). In New Zealand waters during austral winter.
Where to spot
Breeds on Great Barrier Island and Little Barrier Island in New Zealand. Migrates to the eastern Pacific, foraging from Central America to northern South America.
How to spot
Look for its uniformly dark sooty-brown plumage, relatively long wings, and heavy dark bill. Its flight is powerful, with strong glides and purposeful wingbeats. Best observed on pelagic trips off New Zealand (winter) or Central/South America (summer).
When to spot
Breeding occurs during the austral summer (October-May). Most commonly observed in the eastern Pacific during the northern summer (May-October). In New Zealand waters during austral winter.
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This species is a long-distance migrant, traveling from its New Zealand breeding grounds to forage in the eastern tropical Pacific, particularly off Central and South America.
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