How deep does the Horned Puffin live?

The Horned Puffin (Fratercula corniculata) is typically found at 0–29 m.

How big does the Horned Puffin get?

The Horned Puffin grows to about 41 cm.

Horned Puffin

Fratercula corniculata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–29 m
Max size: 41 cm
IUCN status: LC

The horned puffin nests on northern sea cliffs and dives from the surface to chase fish across the continental shelf. A fleshy horn above each eye gives it its name, and built in sperm storage lets a female delay fertilising her egg while she is far out at sea.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 343903.

FAQ

How deep does the Horned Puffin live?: The Horned Puffin (Fratercula corniculata) is typically found at 0–29 m.
How big does the Horned Puffin get?: The Horned Puffin grows to about 41 cm.