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Gould's Petrel

Pterodroma leucoptera

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Procellariiformes (نوئيات)

Species

Pterodroma leucoptera (Gould's Petrel)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ミナミシロハラミズナギドリ

Chinese 厚嘴圓尾鸌

Spanish Petrel de Gould

French Pétrel de Gould

German Weißflügel-Sturmvogel

Portuguese freira-de-garganta-branca

Russian Белокрылый тайфунник

Similar Species in Pterodroma

Pterodroma nigripennis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gould's Petrel?

The scientific name of Gould's Petrel is Pterodroma leucoptera. It belongs to the genus Pterodroma.

What is the conservation status of Gould's Petrel?

Gould's Petrel (Pterodroma leucoptera) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gould's Petrel live?

Gould's Petrel is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Gould's Petrel belong to?

Gould's Petrel (Pterodroma leucoptera) belongs to the genus Pterodroma, which is part of the taxonomic family Procellariidae.

Is Gould's Petrel endangered?

Yes, Gould's Petrel (Pterodroma leucoptera) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Gould's Petrel belong to?

Gould's Petrel (Pterodroma leucoptera) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Gould's Petrel?

The closest relatives of Gould's Petrel in the genus Pterodroma include Barau's Petrel, Black-capped Petrel, Atlantic Petrel, Bermuda Petrel, Black-winged Petrel.