vulnerable
procellaria parkinsoniESA Categories -birds
black (PARKINSON'S) petrel
National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
black (parkinson's) petrel, black petrel
Regions
GuatemalaAustraliaEl Salvador
Population
Approximately 50,000 individuals
Habitat
Parkinson's petrels inhabit remote islands and coastal regions with access to open ocean waters.
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
2.5, and 20
Regions
Guatemala, Australia, El Salvador, Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Panama, Costa Rica, New Zealand
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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