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Common Murre
Uria aalge
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Least Concern
Wingspan
39.3 cm
Weight
984.0 g
Family
Alcidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Common Murre, 38–46 cm, is among the most abundant seabirds in the North Atlantic and Pacific. Breeds on cliff ledges in huge colonies; single pear-shaped egg rolls in a circle rather than off the ledge. Piscivore; dives to 180 m for fish. Flies with rapid wingbeats; waddling gait on land.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.3 cm | 15.5 in |
| Weight | 984.0 g | 34.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 26-39 days. Fledging: 20-24 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Alcidae (Auks & Puffins) |
| Genus | Uria |
| Species | Uria aalge |
Distribution
Common Murre has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Common Murre endangered?
The Common Murre has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Common Murre nest?
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 26-39 days. Fledging: 20-24 days.
How big is the Common Murre?
The Common Murre has a wingspan of 39.3 cm, weight of 984.0 g.
What order and family does the Common Murre belong to?
The Common Murre (Uria aalge) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Alcidae.
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