Soft-plumaged Petrel
Soft-plumaged Petrel
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A medium-sized, highly pelagic petrel known for its graceful, arcing flight over the open ocean. It has a distinctive dark 'M' pattern across its upperwings, aiding in identification at sea.
Where to spot
Breeds on islands in the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans, including Tristan da Cunha, Gough Island, and Prince Edward Islands. Disperses widely across southern oceans during the non-breeding season.
How to spot
Best observed during pelagic birding trips. Look for its distinctive flight style – high arcs followed by long glides. Identify by its grey upperparts, white underparts, and the faint 'M' pattern on the underwing.
When to spot
Breeding season is typically in the austral summer (October-April). Can be observed year-round in suitable pelagic waters in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly on pelagic trips.
Where to spot
Breeds on islands in the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans, including Tristan da Cunha, Gough Island, and Prince Edward Islands. Disperses widely across southern oceans during the non-breeding season.
How to spot
Best observed during pelagic birding trips. Look for its distinctive flight style – high arcs followed by long glides. Identify by its grey upperparts, white underparts, and the faint 'M' pattern on the underwing.
When to spot
Breeding season is typically in the austral summer (October-April). Can be observed year-round in suitable pelagic waters in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly on pelagic trips.
Credits:
Door Danmantle - Eigen werk, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=25753705
Soft-plumaged Petrels are masters of dynamic soaring, allowing them to cover vast distances efficiently across the open ocean by utilizing wind gradients, minimizing energy expenditure.
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