Petrels and Shearwaters in Belgium

Learn about 4 birds from the Petrels and Shearwaters family (Procellariidae) found in Belgium. Includes 1 regular species and 3 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Manx Shearwater

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

Least Concern

Vagrant Procellariidae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Balearic Shearwater

Balearic Shearwater

Puffinus mauretanicus

Critically Endangered
Fulmar

Fulmar

Fulmarus glacialis

Least Concern
Sooty Shearwater

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

Near Threatened

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