Great Skua

Stercorarius skua

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Brief #

Streaked greyish brown, with a black cap.

Synonyms #

  • Págalo grande (Spanish)
  • Palleira grande (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Great Skua is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Adults are a streaked greyish brown, with a black cap, while juveniles are a warmer brown and unstreaked below. They have a short, blunt tail, and a powerful flight.

Measurements #

Length: 50 - 58 cm
Wingspan: 1.25 - 1.4 m
Weight: 1.27 - 1.41 kg