About Thick-billed Murre
The thick-billed murre is an auk closely related to the common guillemot but has a more northerly distribution. It breeds in dense colonies on sea cliffs and is an excellent diver.
It feeds mainly on fish and other marine organisms captured underwater. Like other auks, it uses its wings to propel itself while diving.
Habitat
Sea cliffs and open ocean
Diet
Small fish, crustaceans and other marine prey.
Nesting habitat
Dense colonies on ledges of sea cliffs.
Identification
Similar to the common guillemot but stockier, with a shorter and heavier bill. In breeding plumage a pale line is visible along the bill.
Distribution
Breeds on Icelandic sea cliffs and inhabits northern marine waters.
Interesting facts
Thick-billed murres use their wings like flippers when diving.