About the Kermadec Petrel
The Kermadec petrel is a species of gadfly petrel in the family Procellariidae. It is 38 cm long with a wingspan of 100 cm. It is polymorphic, with light, dark and intermediate morphs known. It eats squid, fish and other marine creatures.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Pterodroma neglecta |
| Species Codes | kerpet, KEPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Kermadec Petrel belong to?
The Kermadec Petrel (Pterodroma neglecta) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
How can I identify the Kermadec Petrel?
The Kermadec petrel is a species of gadfly petrel in the family Procellariidae. It is 38 cm long with a wingspan of 100 cm. It is polymorphic, with light, dark and intermediate morphs known. It eats squid, fish and other marine creatures....
Where can I report a Kermadec Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Kermadec Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kerpet, or on iNaturalist.
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