Wingspan
Up to 106cm
Threats
Invasive predators, poaching, bycatch and pollution.
Behaviour
Pelagic with a fast, powerful and direct flight. Long distance migrant.
Diet
Fish, squid and crustaceans.
Conservation Status
Global
In Portugal
Regular passage migrant (mostly Aug. – Nov.). Not frequently seen from land.
Breeding
Nests in burrows and under tussock grass and low scrub in South America and South Pacific Islands.
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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