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Puffin cul-noir

Puffinus opisthomelas

Near Threatened

About

The Black-vented Shearwater (Puffinus opisthomelas) is a species in the genus Puffinus. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Procellariiformes (Procellariiformes)

Species

Puffinus opisthomelas (Puffin cul-noir)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese クロハラミズナギドリ

Chinese 黑腹鹱

Spanish Pardela mexicana

French Puffin cul-noir

German Schwarzsteiß-Sturmtaucher

Portuguese bobo-de-ventre-preto

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Puffin cul-noir?

The scientific name of Puffin cul-noir is Puffinus opisthomelas. It belongs to the genus Puffinus.

What is the conservation status of Puffin cul-noir?

Puffin cul-noir (Puffinus opisthomelas) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Puffin cul-noir live?

Puffin cul-noir is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Puffin cul-noir belong to?

Puffin cul-noir (Puffinus opisthomelas) belongs to the genus Puffinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Procellariidae.

What kingdom does Puffin cul-noir belong to?

Puffin cul-noir (Puffinus opisthomelas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Puffin cul-noir?

The closest relatives of Puffin cul-noir in the genus Puffinus include Puffin à pieds roses, Puffin d'Audubon, Puffin de Baillon, Puffin de Bannerman, Puffin de Boyd.