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An unmistakable dreamlike vision of a bird, whiter than the snowy Antarctic peaks and glaciers against which it flies.
Not listed
At a glance
FamilyShearwaters and Petrels
SizeMedium
RarityCommon
HabitatCoastlines, harbours, offshore waters, estuaries, headlands, beaches, and large inland water when conditions suit.
Best timePeak activity in Jan, Dec, Feb. Morning coastal watches and tide changes that concentrate feeding activity.
Sounds
Sound sampleRecorded by 王自堃
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Aggregated occurance data is sourced from 14 different actively-updating datasets including eBird Australia, iNaturalist Australia, BirdLife Australia, and multiple state-based bird surveys through Atlas of Living Australia.
Species notes
Overview
Frequently lands to rest on icebergs, sometimes in small groups. Flight fast and erratic, often incorporating frequent flapping.
Behavior
Breeds on rocky cliffs and ledges, both coastal and inland, and forages around the pack ice.
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