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Northern Fulmar

2 weeks ago door Lisa Duggan

Points: 45

Spotted

A robust, gull-like seabird with a distinctive stiff-winged gliding flight, often appearing to hang motionless in the wind. It comes in various color morphs, from all white to dark grey, and is a common sight in northern oceans.

Where to spot

Widespread across the North Atlantic and North Pacific Oceans, breeding on cliffs and islands from the high Arctic to temperate zones. Spends non-breeding season at sea, often far from land.

How to spot

Look for its stiff-winged gliding flight, often appearing to hang motionless in the wind. Identify by its stout bill with a prominent 'nasal tube' (for salt excretion) and variable plumage morphs, from light to dark.

When to spot

Year-round in most parts of its range. Breeding season is typically from late spring to late summer when they are found at colonies. Offshore observations are possible anytime.

Where to spot

Widespread across the North Atlantic and North Pacific Oceans, breeding on cliffs and islands from the high Arctic to temperate zones. Spends non-breeding season at sea, often far from land.

How to spot

When to spot

Year-round in most parts of its range. Breeding season is typically from late spring to late summer when they are found at colonies. Offshore observations are possible anytime.

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Northern Fulmars can squirt an oily stomach content at predators or perceived threats, which can mat feathers and disable avian attackers, a unique defense mechanism.

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