Black-vented Shearwater

Puffinus opisthomelas

The Black-vented Shearwater (Puffinus opisthomelas) is a medium-sized seabird that belongs to the shearwater family. It is primarily found along the Pacific coast of North and Central America, where it breeds on offshore islands and forages over the open ocean. This species is known for its graceful flight and its habit of skimming the waves while foraging for fish and squid. The Black-vented Shearwater has a dark plumage with a distinctive white patch on the underwing. It is a colonial breeder, nesting in burrows or crevices on remote islands. The population of this species faces threats from invasive species, habitat degradation, and pollution.

Habitat: Open ocean, offshore islands