Tahiti petrel

Pseudobulweria rostrata

The Tahiti petrel (Pseudobulweria rostrata) is a seabird belonging to the Procellariidae family. This species is endemic to the Pacific Ocean, specifically breeding on the Marquesas Islands and possibly the Society Islands. The Tahiti petrel has a dark plumage with a distinctive pale bar on the upperwing. It is a skilled flier, using its long, slender wings to soar over the open ocean. This species is known for its haunting, mournful call that it emits at night. The Tahiti petrel is a nocturnal seabird, foraging for fish, squid, and crustaceans under the cover of darkness. It faces threats from introduced predators and habitat degradation.

Habitat: Open ocean, breeding on remote islands