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Atlantic Puffin

Fratercula arctica

The Atlantic Puffin is a small, colorful seabird known for its striking black and white plumage and vibrantly colored beak, especially during the breeding season. These birds are skilled swimmers and use their wings to 'fly' underwater while hunting for small fish. Puffins nest …

Classification

Bird

Family

Alcidae

Habitat

Coastal cliffs and offshore islands in the North Atlantic

Diet

Carnivore

Conservation status

Vulnerable

Lifespan

20-25 years

Weight

320-500 g

Scientific name

Fratercula arctica

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Atlantic Puffins are sometimes called 'sea parrots' due to their colorful beaks and expressive faces.
Atlantic Puffins can carry multiple small fish in their beaks at once, sometimes holding more than a dozen. Their beaks become brightly colored only during the breeding season and fade afterward. Puffins are excellent divers, reaching depths of up to 60 meters (197 feet) while hunting.

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