Wingspan
Up to 41cm
Threats
Invasive predators and pollution.
Behaviour
Similar in appearance to swallows. Flies low over sea surface and patters.
Diet
Planktonic crustaceans, small fish and fish offal.
Conservation Status
Europe
In Portugal
Passage migrant (mostly Jun. – Nov.).
Breeding
Breeds on rocky islands and cliffs in the North Atlantic and Western Mediterranean.
Find out more about the marine megafauna in Portugal with the official AIMM Species Guide.
The Species Guide is a digital guide in English where you’ll find various information about the marine species that occur in mainland Portugal. You’ll find biological information, behavior, conservation status and much more!
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