Pomarine Jaeger

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Pomarine Jaeger (<em>Stercorarius pomarinus</em>) is a species of Skuas (<em>Stercorariidae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Overview

Pomarine Jaeger (Stercorarius pomarinus) is a species of Skuas (Stercorariidae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Stercorarius; binomial: Stercorarius pomarinus; authority: (Temminck, 1815).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Nearctic and the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: to temperate to tropical coasts and offshore waters worldwide.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Restore English name Pomarine Jaeger for consistency; genetic relationship to larger skuas requires confirmation.

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