AnAge entry for Synthliboramphus antiquus

Classification (HAGRID: 00364)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Aves (Taxon entry)
            Order: Charadriiformes
                Family: Alcidae
                    Genus: Synthliboramphus
Species
Synthliboramphus antiquus
Common name
Ancient murrelet

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
Not yet established
Observations

Little is known about the longevity of these animals. They have been reported to live more than 6 years, yet maximum longevity is likely much longer. Annual mortality in the wild was estimated at 23-45%. Life expectancy of breeders is about 4.5 years [0445].

Life history traits (averages)

No information is available on life history. Please contact us if you wish to suggest or contribute data.

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

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ITIS 177008
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Taxonomy ID 28708
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