Zino’s Petrel, Madeira, Natural Park of Madeira August 2010 © Ade Long
A massive forest fire on Madeira has killed several breeding adults and 65% of this year’s chicks of Endangered Zino’s Petrel. Funds are urgently needed for emergency conservation work before the winter sets in. see www.justgiving.com/zinos-petrel-disaster
More information and images on BirdLife website
For Australian’s who don’t know about this great little Pterodroma – it is like a small Soft-plumaged Petrel. It is a summer breeder on Maderia and there are less than 50 pairs left in the World! Rob Morris
Brisbane, Australia
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