Pycroft's Petrel
A species of Gadfly Petrels Scientific name : Pterodroma pycrofti Genus : Gadfly Petrels
Pycroft's Petrel, A species of Gadfly Petrels
Botanical name: Pterodroma pycrofti
Genus: Gadfly Petrels
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Description
Pycroft's petrel (Pterodroma pycrofti) is a species of seabird in the petrel and shearwater family Procellariidae. 
Size
28 cm
Nest Placement
Burrow
Feeding Habits
Pycroft's Petrel predominantly consumes squid and crustaceans, foraging mainly in the Central Pacific. Unique feeding areas include the waters near Japan, the United States, and various Pacific islands. Pycroft's Petrel's dietary specifics remain largely understudied.
Habitat
Pycroft's Petrel is typically found in temperate forest habitats characterized by soft soils suitable for breeding. These birds are native to the marine environment and likely lead a pelagic lifestyle when not breeding. Geographically, their breeding range encompasses offshore islands with a variety of vegetation including mature Metrosideros excelsa forests and plant species such as Myrsine australis, Melicytus ramiflorus, and Geniostoma ligustrifolium. Coastal slopes, cliffs, and valley habitats within these islands provide the necessary conditions for pycroft's Petrel's nesting requirements.
Dite type
Piscivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
The species is listed as vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. Efforts to remove rats and other introduced predators from their breeding colonies have resulted in a recovery for this species, and its numbers are now increasing.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Albatrosses and Petrels Family
Shearwaters and petrels Genus
Gadfly Petrels Species
Pycroft's Petrel 
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