Pétrel géant

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 (animal)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Aves (oiseau)

Order

Procellariiformes (Procellariiformes)

Family

Procellariidae

Genus

Macronectes

Species

Macronectes giganteus (Pétrel géant)

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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Pétrel de Hall

Macronectes halli

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pétrel géant?

The scientific name of Pétrel géant is Macronectes giganteus. It belongs to the genus Macronectes.

What is the conservation status of Pétrel géant?

Pétrel géant (Macronectes giganteus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pétrel géant live?

Pétrel géant is found in Distributed across Ecuador and Norway.. Countries include Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Pétrel géant belong to?

Pétrel géant (Macronectes giganteus) belongs to the genus Macronectes, which is part of the taxonomic family Procellariidae.

Is Pétrel géant endangered?

No, Pétrel géant (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 Pétrel géant belong to?

Pétrel géant (Macronectes giganteus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Pétrel géant?

The closest relatives of Pétrel géant in the genus Macronectes include Pétrel de Hall.