White-Bellied Storm Petrel
Fregetta grallaria
- Group: Other
- Max size: 20 cm
- IUCN status: LC
A small storm petrel of warm offshore waters, it flutters low over the open sea with a habit of pattering its feet on the surface and dipping for food. It often trails in the wake of ships, has a wingspan near 46 centimetres, and is listed as Least Concern.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Aves › Procellariiformes › Hydrobatidae › Fregetta
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 212695.
FAQ
- How big does the White-Bellied Storm Petrel get?
- The White-Bellied Storm Petrel grows to about 20 cm.