Vincent'sFUNWILDFACTS

Common Murre vs Razorbill

Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.

Size

Common Murre

Common Murre

0.46 m

Human

1.75 m

Razorbill

Razorbill

0.39 m

Common MurreRazorbill
Weight0.85–1.13 kg0.505–0.89 kg
Length38–46 cm37–39 cm
Wingspan64–73 cm60–69 cm
Top Speed80 km/h80 km/h
Lifespan15–25 yrs10–25 yrs
Incubation32 days35 days
Offspring1–1 1–1
DietPiscivoreOmnivore
Conservation StatusLeast ConcernLeast Concern
Activity PatternDiurnalDiurnal
MigrationPartial MigrantMigratory
HabitatCoast, Ocean, Rocky CliffsOcean, Coast, Rocky Cliffs
RegionsNordics, EuropeNordics, Europe, North America, Antarctica
FamilyAlcidaeAlcidae
OrderCharadriiformesCharadriiformes