How deep does the Common Murre live?

The Common Murre (Uria aalge) is typically found at 0–180 m.

How big does the Common Murre get?

The Common Murre grows to about 43 cm.

Common Murre

Uria aalge

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–180 m
Max size: 43 cm
IUCN status: LC

This black and white seabird packs onto crowded cliff ledges to breed, then spends the rest of its time over the continental shelf diving for fish. A slender bill suits a diet of sandeels and capelin, and the species runs to more than ten million birds worldwide.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Aves › Charadriiformes › Alcidae › Uria

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 137133.

FAQ

How deep does the Common Murre live?: The Common Murre (Uria aalge) is typically found at 0–180 m.
How big does the Common Murre get?: The Common Murre grows to about 43 cm.