Storm Petrels
Storm petrels are small birds which spend most of their lives at sea, coming ashore only to breed. They feed on planktonic crustaceans and small fish picked from the surface, typically whilst hovering or pattering across the water. Their flight is fluttering and sometimes bat-like.
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson's Storm Petrel | Oceanites oceanicus | Regular migrant, LC | |
| White-faced Storm Petrel | Pelagodroma marina | Very rare vagrant, LC | |
| White-bellied Storm Petrel | Fregetta grallaria | Very rare vagrant, LC | |
| Black-bellied Storm Petrel | Fregetta tropica | Regular, LC |
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