Basic Information
Scientific classification
- Chinese name: Wilson Storm Petrel
- Scientific name: European Storm-petrel, Hydrobates pelaus
- Classification: Waterfowl
- Genus and species: Petrel (Pterocarya spp.), order Procellariiformes, family Petrelidae
Vital signs data
- Body length: No verification information available.
- Weight: 36g
- Lifespan: No verification data available.
Significant features
It is the smallest bird living in Antarctica.
Distribution and Habitat
It is found only in the Antarctic region.
Appearance
The upper part is black, the tail is white, and the legs are very long.
Detailed introduction
The Wilson Storm Petrel (Hydrobates pelaus) is a species of bird belonging to the genus Hydrobates in the family Phyllostachys in the order Procellariiformes.
The Wilson's Storm Petrel is the smallest bird to live in Antarctica. They nest in crevices along the Antarctic coast, weigh only 36 grams, and lay eggs smaller than a broad bean. The Wilson's Storm Petrel is named for its extremely fast flight speed and strong wind resistance, enabling it to soar through powerful storms.
The Wilson storm petrel often soars over the sea, its outstretched wings allowing it to rise almost vertically; its tail spreads out like a fan to control its flight direction, and it uses its two legs to help maintain balance; it feeds on whale oil and small marine animals.
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