[Field guide] [1935-1940]
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51 Mullon bird large brown. Puffinus pacificus (Gmelin) P36N4 Range.- Forms of this species breed in both northern and southern hemispheres. The Australasian race chlororhynchus might occur in the neighborhood of the Loyalties. Description.- A shearwater with a long wedged-shaped tail. The plumage may be entirely blackish or the bird may be white below. Migration.- Little is known about seasonal movements. Food.- ? Habitat.- Offshore Collecting.- A few specimens to establish subspecific identification will be sufficient.