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Common Murre
Uria aalge
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Least Concern
Envergure
39,3 cm
Poids
984,0 g
Famille
Alcidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
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
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 26-39 days. Fledging: 20-24 days.
Taille de la couvée
1
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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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux 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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