Zino's Petrel
Zino's Petrel
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Zino's Petrel is a critically endangered gadfly petrel endemic to Madeira, Portugal. It is a nocturnal breeder nesting on remote mountain ledges.
Where to spot
Breeds exclusively on a few high ledges in the central mountains of Madeira, Portugal. Forages in the surrounding North Atlantic waters, including off the coast of Morocco.
How to spot
Look for its dark grey upperparts, white underparts, and strong, fast flight. Distinguish from similar petrels like Fea's and Desertas by subtle plumage differences and specific calls at the colonies. Requires specialized pelagic trips off Madeira, with sightings often at dusk or dawn.
When to spot
Breeding season is from May to October, during which birds can be seen on specialized pelagic trips off Madeira. Highly sought after, but rare.
Where to spot
Breeds exclusively on a few high ledges in the central mountains of Madeira, Portugal. Forages in the surrounding North Atlantic waters, including off the coast of Morocco.
How to spot
Look for its dark grey upperparts, white underparts, and strong, fast flight. Distinguish from similar petrels like Fea's and Desertas by subtle plumage differences and specific calls at the colonies. Requires specialized pelagic trips off Madeira, with sightings often at dusk or dawn.
When to spot
Breeding season is from May to October, during which birds can be seen on specialized pelagic trips off Madeira. Highly sought after, but rare.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species was saved from the brink of extinction through intensive conservation efforts, including predator control and wardening of its breeding sites, making it a success story in seabird conservation.
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