Tufted Puffin

Urile penicillatus

The Tufted Puffin is a striking seabird with a black body, white face, and distinctive golden tufts of feathers on its head. It is known for its striking appearance and unique nesting habits. Tufted Puffins are skilled divers and feed primarily on fish and invertebrates. During the breeding season, they gather in large colonies on coastal cliffs and islands. They excavate burrows in the soil or use natural crevices for nesting. These puffins are highly social birds and are often seen in large flocks. They are known for their distinctive calls and aerial acrobatics as they fly over the ocean.

Habitat: Coastal cliffs and islands