Grey-backed Storm Petrel

Garrodia nereis ‡

Eaglehawk Neck Pelagic, Tasman Peninsula, SE Tas IMG_7478 20200207

Notes: Tiny. Black hood, triangular grey & black wings. Grey rump w. black-tipped
square-cut tail. White underbody extending into centre of underwings.
Common in pelagic waters — peak Apr–Oct in S Aust. waters.
Runs on sea surface. Breeds in summer on sub-Antarctic Islands.
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Range from Morcombe^©

Eaglehawk Neck Pelagic, Tasman Peninsula, SE Tas IMG_7479 20200207 Eaglehawk Neck Pelagic, Tasman Peninsula, SE Tas IMG_7922 20200207 Eaglehawk Neck Pelagic, Tasman Peninsula, SE Tas IMG_6532 20210606 Eaglehawk Neck Pelagic, Tasman Peninsula, SE Tas IMG_7923 20200207 Eaglehawk Neck Pelagic, Tasman Peninsula, SE Tas IMG_6533 20210606 location MVI_6666 20180909

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