Black-vented shearwater

Puffinus opisthomelas

Family: Procellariidae Order: Procellariiformes Conservation: Near Threatened
Black-vented shearwater

About the Black-vented shearwater

species of bird

Fun Facts About Black-vented shearwater

  • The Black-vented shearwater (Puffinus opisthomelas) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Black-vented shearwater is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. This species faces threats that could impact its population if conservation measures are not maintained.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderProcellariiformes
FamilyProcellariidae
GenusPuffinus
SpeciesPuffinus opisthomelas

Range & Habitat

Range map of Black-vented shearwater

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Related Species

Other species in the Procellariidae family: