About the Masatierra Petrel
Masatierra petrel or De Filippi's petrel, is a species of seabird in the family Procellariidae. It is endemic to Chile where it nests in the Juan Fernández Islands and Desventuradas Islands. Its natural habitats are open seas and rocky shores.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Pterodroma defilippiana |
| Species Codes | maspet3, MAPE |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Masatierra Petrel belong to?
The Masatierra Petrel (Pterodroma defilippiana) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Masatierra Petrel?
The Masatierra Petrel is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Masatierra Petrel?
Masatierra petrel or De Filippi's petrel, is a species of seabird in the family Procellariidae. It is endemic to Chile where it nests in the Juan Fernández Islands and Desventuradas Islands. Its natural habitats are open seas and rocky shores....
Where can I report a Masatierra Petrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Masatierra Petrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maspet3, or on iNaturalist.
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