Tahiti Petrel

Pseudobulweria rupinarum

The Tahiti Petrel (Pseudobulweria rupinarum) is a seabird species found in the southern Pacific Ocean. It is a medium-sized petrel with a wingspan of around 90-100 cm. This species is known for its dark plumage, white underparts, and a distinctive pale bar across the upperwing. Tahiti Petrels are skilled flyers, often gliding low over the ocean surface. They primarily feed on fish and squid, using their keen sense of smell to locate prey. Breeding colonies are located on remote, rugged islands, where they nest in burrows or rock crevices. The Tahiti Petrel is vulnerable to threats such as introduced predators and habitat degradation, leading to its conservation status being labeled as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Open ocean and remote islands