Sooty shearwater, Puffinus griseus, AV115

Physical Description

Study skin of a medium sized grey sea bird lying on its back, with the body in a straight line with the head and tail. The head is tilted so the beak is pointing up. Legs are straight in front of the tail and tied together with thread. Wings are folded against the body.

Field Collection

Found on road, presumably road kill. Papanui Inlet

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 80 x 140 x 450mm

Sex

Male