Petrel Gigante del Sur

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Ecuador and Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Aves (Birds)

Order

Procellariiformes (Procellariiformes)

Family

Procellariidae

Genus

Macronectes

Species

Macronectes giganteus (Petrel Gigante del Sur)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオフルマカモメ

Chinese 南方巨鸌〔巨鸌〕

Spanish Petrel Gigante del Sur

French Pétrel géant

German Riesensturmvogel

Portuguese petrel-grande / pardelão-gigante

Russian Южный гигантский буревестник

Similar Species in Macronectes

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Abanto marino subantártico

Macronectes halli

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Petrel Gigante del Sur?

The scientific name of Petrel Gigante del Sur is Macronectes giganteus. It belongs to the genus Macronectes.

What is the conservation status of Petrel Gigante del Sur?

Petrel Gigante del Sur (Macronectes giganteus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Petrel Gigante del Sur live?

Petrel Gigante del Sur is found in Distributed across Ecuador and Norway.. Countries include Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Petrel Gigante del Sur belong to?

Petrel Gigante del Sur (Macronectes giganteus) belongs to the genus Macronectes, which is part of the taxonomic family Procellariidae.

Is Petrel Gigante del Sur endangered?

No, Petrel Gigante del Sur (Macronectes giganteus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Petrel Gigante del Sur belong to?

Petrel Gigante del Sur (Macronectes giganteus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Petrel Gigante del Sur?

The closest relatives of Petrel Gigante del Sur in the genus Macronectes include Abanto marino subantártico.