Common Murre
Uria aalge
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<birdfyi-bird slug="uria-aalge"></birdfyi-bird>The Common Murre (Uria aalge) is a bird species in the family Alcidae (auks & puffins), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.3 cm and a weight of 984 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 39,3 cm | 15.5 in |
| Poids | 984,0 g | 34.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 26-39 days. Fledging: 20-24 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Alcidae (Auks & Puffins) |
| Genus | Uria |
| Espèces | Uria aalge |
Distribution
Common Murre has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Alcidae family