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Oceania
Whiskered Petrel
Fulmarus westlandica
About this species
Native to Oceania, the Whiskered Petrel thrives in coastal habitats and belongs to the Procellariidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Whiskered Petrel is part of the order Procellariiformes and the Procellariidae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Oceania.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Procellariidae family and Procellariiformes order.