About the Rapa Shearwater
The Rapa shearwater, is a rare seabird of the tropics from the family Procellariidae. It breeds on the surrounding islets of Rapa in the Austral Islands of French Polynesia where it is known locally as the kaki kaki.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Puffinus myrtae |
| Species Codes | towshe3, RASH |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rapa Shearwater belong to?
The Rapa Shearwater (Puffinus myrtae) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Rapa Shearwater?
The Rapa Shearwater is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Rapa Shearwater?
The Rapa shearwater, is a rare seabird of the tropics from the family Procellariidae. It breeds on the surrounding islets of Rapa in the Austral Islands of French Polynesia where it is known locally as the kaki kaki....
Where can I report a Rapa Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Rapa Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code towshe3, or on iNaturalist.
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