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Northern gannet

Morus bassanus

Northern gannet (Morus bassanus)Common

Photo: Andreas Trepte · CC BY-SA 2.5

Birdcarnivore

The northern gannet is a striking seabird found along the North Atlantic coasts. Known for its sleek white body and long wings, it breeds in Western Europe and Northeastern North America. It’s a skilled flyer, often diving dramatically into the ocean to catch fish.

  • Its wingspan stretches up to 180 cm, making it an impressive glider.
  • Juveniles are grey-brown and take five years to turn fully white.
  • Its blue-grey bill contrasts with the black skin around its eyes.
OceanEuropeNorth America
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At a glance

Classification
Bird
Scientific name
Morus bassanus
Habitat
Ocean
Regions in this directory
Europe, North America
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
large
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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