Petrel Wilson’s Storm (Oceanites oceanicus) in flight – Southern East Indian Ocean

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Petrel Wilson’s Storm (Oceanites oceanicus) in flight – Southern East Indian Ocean

Birdlife Africa Flock 2022 cruise on MS Orchestra 24-31st January 2022 with 1500 birders from around the world.  Departed Cape Town for Prince Edward (S46o38’39” E37o44’37”)and Marion Island (S46o54’45” E37o44’37”), both South Africa territories.  We  disembarked at Durban.

Second day at sea, 26th January after leaving Cape Town.

The Wilson’s Storm Petrel was a one off sighting, the single picture is a record only but does illustrate its diagnostic white rump.

  • Species:Wilson's Storm Petrel (Oceanites oceanicus)
  • Bird Type:Adult in flight
  • FamilyStorm Petrels (Hydrobatidae)
  • Date Taken20220126
  • Location:Outside SA Continental Shelf
  • Area:Southern East Indian Ocean
  • Country:South Africa
  • Region:All Africa South of Sahara
Photo File Ref: BOA03401ac Petrel Wilson's Storm 3 South African Continental Shelf RSA - Flock22 Jan22 PH850_9368
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