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Sooty shearwater, Puffinus griseus, AV942

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 neck is twisted so that the head is turned toward its PR side with the beak pointing up. Legs are crossed in front of the tail. Wings are folded against the body.

Field Collection

Collected from the ocean during a cruise.

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 90 x 130 x 415mm

Sex

Male

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