Antarctic Prion, Pachyptila desolata, AV6694

Physical Description

Study skin of grey and white 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 and toward its PL side. Legs are crossed in front of the tail and tied together with thread. Wings are folded against the body. Length of wooden skewer protruding from the abdomen in line with the tail.

Field Collection

Otaki Beach

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 50 x 70 x 260mm

Sex

Male