About the Black-vented Shearwater
The black-vented shearwater is a species of seabird endemic to islands off of the Pacific coast of Mexico and the Gulf of California. It is a smaller shearwater, with a length of 30–38 cm, 76–89 cm wingspan and a mass of around 400 g. This species is pelagic and feeds mainly on small fish. It is nocturnal, and is most active in low light settings.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Puffinus opisthomelas |
| Species Codes | bkvshe, BVSH |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-vented Shearwater belong to?
The Black-vented Shearwater (Puffinus opisthomelas) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Black-vented Shearwater?
The Black-vented Shearwater is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black-vented Shearwater?
The black-vented shearwater is a species of seabird endemic to islands off of the Pacific coast of Mexico and the Gulf of California. It is a smaller shearwater, with a length of 30–38 cm, 76–89 cm wingspan and a mass of around 400 g. This species is pelagic and feeds mainly on small fish. It is noc...
Where can I report a Black-vented Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-vented Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkvshe, or on iNaturalist.
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