Petrels and Shearwaters in Puerto Rico

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

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Fulmar

Fulmar

Fulmarus glacialis

Least Concern
Great Shearwater

Great Shearwater

Ardenna gravis

Least Concern
Manx Shearwater

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

Least Concern

Vagrant Procellariidae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Sooty Shearwater

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

Near Threatened

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