Northern Fulmar

Fulmarus glacialis

Northern Fulmar

The northern fulmar looks gull like but flies on stiff wings low over the swell, snatching food from the surface and making shallow plunges. It can store sperm internally to delay fertilization, and a single bird may forage hundreds of kilometres from its colony.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Aves › Procellariiformes › Procellariidae › Fulmarus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 137195.

FAQ

How deep does the Northern Fulmar live?
The Northern Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) is typically found at 0–3 m.
How big does the Northern Fulmar get?
The Northern Fulmar grows to about 51 cm.