Common Murre
Uria aalge
(L 9.75" WS 24" 2.2 oz)
Cannon Beach
Oregon Coast
Typically diving to depths of 30–60
m (98–197 ft)...nests along rocky
cliffs and spends its winter at sea.
m (98–197 ft)...nests along rocky
cliffs and spends its winter at sea.
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Bob Sundstrom
Uria in Greek is a waterbird mentioned
by Athenaeus; aalge in Danish means auk.
by Athenaeus; aalge in Danish means auk.
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