Galapagos Shearwater

Pampusana sanctaecrucis

The Galapagos Shearwater, scientifically known as Pampusana sanctaecrucis, is a seabird endemic to the Galapagos Islands. It has a distinctive black cap, white underparts, and dark upperparts. These birds are well-adapted for life at sea, with long, slender wings and a streamlined body. Galapagos Shearwaters are highly pelagic, spending most of their lives at sea, only returning to land to breed. They are skilled fliers and can often be seen gliding low over the water's surface. These birds are known for their haunting calls, which can be heard across the open ocean. The Galapagos Shearwater is considered vulnerable due to threats such as introduced predators and habitat degradation.

Habitat: Open ocean, coastal waters