Rhinoceros auklet

It ranges widely across the North Pacific feeding on small fish and nesting in seabird colonies. Its name is derived from a horn-like extension of the beak. This horn is only present in breeding adults, and like the elaborate sheath on the bill of puffins is shed every year.

The Rhinoceros auklet is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

Distribution of the Rhinoceros Auklet in North America. The Rhinoceros Auklet, a medium-sized auk, is closely related to the puffins (Fratercula). Although dowdier in plumage, it is distinguished from puffins, and all other auks, by a prominent rhinoceros-like “horn” (actually a vertical extension of the mandibular plates) projecting above the upper mandible in breeding plumage. The precise function of this prominent ornament, which is the same size in males and females, is unknown. More

The Rhinoceros Auklet, Cerorhinca monocerata, is a seabird considered, despite its name, a close relative of the puffins. It is the only living species of the genus Cerorhinca. Given its close relationship with the puffins the common name Rhinoceros Puffin has been proposed for the species. It ranges widely across the North Pacific feeding on small fish and nesting in seabird colonies. Its name is derived from a horn-like extension of the beak. More

Rhinoceros Auklet: One white egg, often spotted, is laid in a burrow; nests in colonies, sometimes in large numbers. Incubation ranges from 39 to 52 days and is carried out by both parents. Foraging and Feeding Rhinoceros Auklet: Feeds mainly on small fish, but sometimes takes crustaceans and squid; forages by diving from the surface and pursuing prey under water. Vocalization Rhinoceros Auklet: Gives low growling notes on the nest. More

* The Rhinoceros Auklet is actually a puffin, not an auklet. It is the only living species of the genus Cerorhinca. * It is also known as the Rhino Auklet, Unicorn Puffin and Horn-billed Puffin. * They dig tunnels up to 20 feet long. They prefer to dig nesting sites on a slight incline to aid with taking off as they are weak fliers. More

Rhinoceros auklets begin to breed at 3-5 years of age. Nests in colonies on isolated islands, where thousands of birds gather to raise their chicks. Rhinoceros Auklets dig burrows in the ground on both forested and non-forested islands. Burrows can be up to 20 feet long and often fork many times. At the end of each burrow is a nest chamber with a shallow cup of moss and twigs. More

Rhinoceros Auklet is a bird of the coastlines and open seas of the north Pacific. The only member of its genus, it is closely related to puffins. More

Rhinoceros Auklet is a North Pacific auk that breeds from California (the Channel Islands) to the Aleutian Islands in Alaska in North America; and Hokkaidō and Honshū, Japan, as well as North Korea and Sakhalin Island in Asia. It winters both in offshore and inshore waters, exhibiting some migration. The Rhinoceros Auklet nests in burrows dug into the soil or in natural caves and cavities between 1 to 5 m deep. More

Rhinoceros Auklet, Cerorhinca monocerataDistribution / Range The Rhinoceros Auklet is a North Pacific auk that breeds from California (the Channel Islands) to the Aleutian Islands in Alaska in North America; and Hokkaidō and Honshū, Japan, as well as North Korea and Sakhalin Island in Asia. It winters both in offshore and inshore waters, exhibiting some migration. More

Rhinoceros Auklet is a large alcid with a wedge-shaped head. It is drab-gray overall, darker above than below. In breeding plumage, the Rhinoceros Auklet has a bright orange-yellow bill adorned with a whitish horn. It also has two light feather tufts on each side of its head, going in a line back from the eye and the corner of the mouth. More

Rhinoceros Auklet is also known as the Rhino Auklet, Horn-billed Puffin, or Unicorn Puffin. It is the only living species of the genus Cerorhinca. The Rhinoceros Auklet gives a series of 7 to 12 mellow "moo" notes sound much like a cow when near the colony. This is done to aid in location of its mate at night. Found in Puffins Retrieved from "http://www.empken.com/wiki/index. More

At sea Rhinoceros Auklets feed on fish, with some krill and squid taken also. They feed inshore during the breeding season in the midwater. To catch their prey, they dive to as deep as 57 meters (187 ft) for as long as 148 seconds. The genus Cerorhinca evolved in the North Pacific, apparently in the mid-late Miocene. More

Rhinoceros Auklet - Oregon Shore Birds Location in Oregon Blue is Winter range - Red is Summer range Purple is Year-round range - Yellow is Migration range Rhinoceros Auklet range Rhinoceros Auklet Cerorrhinca monocerata - Rhinoceros Auklets are common along most of the west coast in fall and winter; often seen in large numbers close inshore. More

The rhinoceros auklet is an unusual member of the Alcidae family. It is actually a puffin, not an auklet. But its outward appearance differs noticeably from other puffins. A medium-sized bird at 500 grams, the rhinoceros auklet has mostly gray plumage that is darker on the back, and a white and grey belly. It has yellow eyes and a thick, pointed yellow bill. More