Pincoya Storm-Petrel
Pincoya Storm-Petrel
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The Pincoya Storm-Petrel is a small, relatively recently described seabird, known for its distinctive feeding behavior where it appears to walk on water. It is found off the coast of Chile.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Humboldt Current system off the coast of central and southern Chile, with breeding grounds yet to be precisely located.
How to spot
Look for its small size, dark plumage, and pale belly. Best identified by its unique 'walking on water' feeding style, hovering and pattering feet on the surface. Requires pelagic trips off the Chilean coast.
When to spot
Likely observed year-round in its marine range, with peak activity during the southern hemisphere's summer months when food is abundant.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Humboldt Current system off the coast of central and southern Chile, with breeding grounds yet to be precisely located.
How to spot
Look for its small size, dark plumage, and pale belly. Best identified by its unique 'walking on water' feeding style, hovering and pattering feet on the surface. Requires pelagic trips off the Chilean coast.
When to spot
Likely observed year-round in its marine range, with peak activity during the southern hemisphere's summer months when food is abundant.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species was only formally described in 2013, highlighting how much we still have to learn about the diversity of marine birds in remote areas.
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