Matsudaira's Storm Petrel

Hydrobates matsudairae

Matsudaira's Storm Petrel is a small seabird that belongs to the family Hydrobatidae. It is named after Count Matsudaira, a Japanese ornithologist. This species is primarily found in the northwestern Pacific Ocean, particularly around the Japanese archipelago. Matsudaira's Storm Petrels are known for their graceful flight and their habit of skimming the ocean surface while foraging for small fish and squid. They are nocturnal at the breeding sites, nesting in burrows on remote islands. The population size and trends of this species are not well-documented, and further research is needed to understand its conservation status.

Habitat: Open ocean and remote islands