Pigeon Guillemot
Cepphus columba
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Pigeon Guillemot, 30–36 cm, breeds on rocky shorelines of the North Pacific from California to Alaska and Kamchatka. Black plumage with white wing patch bisected by a black bar; red feet and mouth lining. Benthic diver; takes crabs, shrimp, and bottom fish. Partially migratory; short coastal movements.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 34.7 cm | 13.7 in |
| Weight | 493.6666666666667 g | 17.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV,BU,SC. Incubation: 26-32 days. Fledging: 29-54 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Alcidae (Auks & Puffins) |
| Genus | Cepphus |
| Species | Cepphus columba |
Distribution
Pigeon Guillemot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Alcidae family