Usually first breeds at age 5-6 years, and may mate for life. Nests in dense colonies on islands.

Where do shearwaters breed?

short-tailed shearwaters breed on islands along the eastern and southern coastlines of Australia, from the central coast of NSW to Western Australia.

Where do short-tailed shearwaters breed?

Nesting. Breeds only around southern and eastern Australia. Nesting season extends from September to April.