Blue Petrels [Halobaena]

Description

Halobaena encompasses the Blue Petrel, a small seabird with a distinctive blue-grey plumage and a white underside. These birds are known for their long wings and streamlined bodies, enabling efficient flight over vast ocean distances. Blue Petrels breed in burrows or crevices on sub-Antarctic islands, feeding predominantly on krill and small fish. They are highly sociable at sea, often gathering in large flocks.

Species

Blue Petrel [Halobaena caerulea]

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