Razorbill - Alca torda

Length 1.2-1.3 ft (37.0-39.0 cm)
Wingspan 2.1-2.2 ft (63.0-66.0 cm)
Weight 1.2-2.0 lb (524-890 g)
Clutch Size 1
Chicks at birth Semi-precocial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:NA, EU
     

Razorbills are found from northern North America to northern Europe. They only visit land for breeding where they nest along coastal cliffs. Both sexes look similar but the male is slightly larger. Razorbills are deep divers and mostly eat fish.

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