Ancient Murrelet
Synthliboramphus antiquus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–24 m
- Max size: 27 cm
- IUCN status: LC
A small dark and white seabird of the continental shelf, this murrelet plunge dives after prey and reaches around 27 centimetres in length. In the colony, breeding pairs hold long duetting bouts that can run for half an hour.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Aves › Charadriiformes › Alcidae › Synthliboramphus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 344120.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ancient Murrelet live?
- The Ancient Murrelet (Synthliboramphus antiquus) is typically found at 0–24 m.
- How big does the Ancient Murrelet get?
- The Ancient Murrelet grows to about 27 cm.