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Horned Puffin

Fratercula corniculata

Classification

Class
Aves
Family
Alcidae

The horned puffin (Fratercula corniculata) is an auk found in the North Pacific Ocean, including the coasts of Alaska, Siberia and British Columbia. It is a pelagic seabird that feeds primarily by diving for fish. It nests in colonies, often with other auks.

Distribution

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