Least ConcernLegendaryInvertebratesMarineCavity nestMedium · 138 g
About the Fulmar Prion
The fulmar prion is a species of seabird in the family Procellariidae, found in the southern oceans.
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Where it lives
Regular rangeRare visitor
Recorded as a rare visitor in Australia.
When to see it
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Peak activity in December · a summer visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Salvin's PrionPachyptila salviniSalvin's prion is a small 29 cm (11 in) petrel with grey and white plumage, and a blue bill.
Broad-billed PrionPachyptila vittataThe broad-billed prion has the usual prion colours: blue-grey upperparts, white underparts, and the ever present dark "M" across its back and wings.
Antarctic PrionPachyptila desolataThe Antarctic prion has an overall length of 27 cm (11 in), a wingspan of 61–66 cm (24–26 in) and weighs 150–160 g (5.3–5.6 oz).
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