White-Bellied Storm Petrel

Fregetta grallaria

White-Bellied Storm Petrel

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.