White-headed Petrel
A species of Gadfly Petrels Scientific name : Pterodroma lessonii Genus : Gadfly Petrels
White-headed Petrel, A species of Gadfly Petrels
Botanical name: Pterodroma lessonii
Genus: Gadfly Petrels
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Description General Info
Description
The white-headed petrel distinct with a pale white head, and prominent dark eye patch. It has long narrow wings and long pointed tail. Upper surface is pale grey which is contrasting with darker grey on the upper wings and the rump. The underside is mostly white. The bill is stout black with a large sharp hook. Gren glands are prominent. The legs are pinkish to whitish with black patches on the toes. 
Size
46 cm
Nest Placement
Burrow
Feeding Habits
White-headed Petrel consumes a diet predominantly made up of cephalopods and crustaceans, foraged pelagically. This species exhibits specialized feeding behaviors adapted to its marine environment.
Habitat
The white-headed Petrel is a highly pelagic bird that is found predominantly in marine environments, rarely venturing near land except at breeding sites. It typically inhabits subantarctic island zones, preferring areas near the coast or inland that offer flat or sloping terrain with some vegetation such as tussock grass, ferns, and shrubs. Breeding grounds are selected based on availability and competition with other species, avoiding the need for elevation range specifics.
Dite type
Piscivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Albatrosses and Petrels Family
Shearwaters and petrels Genus
Gadfly Petrels Species
White-headed Petrel 
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