The razorbill (Alca torda) is a North Atlantic colonial seabird and the only extant member of the genus Alca of the family Alcidae, the auks. It is the closest living relative of the extinct great …

The striking black-and-white Razorbill nests in cliffside colonies overlooking the ocean, often among murres, fulmars, and kittiwakes. It uses its sharp, hatchet-shaped bill to catch fish …

This stocky, thick-billed auk is found only in the North Atlantic. It nests on northern islands and coasts, often in the same colonies as murres; similar to the murres, it has a longer tail, often …

The razorbill (Alca torda) is a colonial seabird and the only extant member of the genus Alca of the family Alcidae, the auks. It is the closest living relative of the extinct Great auk. In 1918, the …

Nov 26, 2025 · You’ll spot the Razorbill by its glossy black upperparts, white belly, and distinctive knife-edged black bill, which helps grip slippery fish. It breeds on rocky Atlantic cliffs from …

Razorbill chicks fledging asynchronously, either fairly early in the morning or late in the evening, are not protected. Therefore, they were more likely to be killed by gulls than those fledging …

Black-and-white seabird with a thick and blunt bill. Breeds in colonies on rocky islands; winters on the ocean. Black above and white below with thin white line in front of eye. In winter, white …

The Razorbill (Alca torda) is a striking seabird of the North Atlantic, instantly recognizable by its smart black and white plumage and upright posture, which give it a penguin-like appearance. It …

Jun 19, 2025 · Known for its striking black and white plumage and characteristic thick, black bill, the Razorbill is a member of the auk family and shares its habitat with other seabirds such as …

Mar 4, 2020 · Razorbills are strong and rapid fliers, yet remarkably agile in flight compared to other large Alcidae. Foxes, gulls, and ravens are important predators of Razorbill eggs and …