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tufted puffin

/ˈtʌftɪd ˈpʌfɪn/

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/ˈtʌftɪd ˈpʌfɪn/formal
  • ruВид морской птицы (Fratercula cirrhata), обитающий в северной части Тихого океана, известный своим характерным чёрным телом, белым лицом и длинными жёлтыми пучками перьев за глазами в период размножения.

A seabird species (Fratercula cirrhata) found in the North Pacific, known for its distinctive black body, white face, and long yellow tufts of feathers behind its eyes during breeding season.

  1. Seabird speciesB2formal

    A medium-sized seabird (Fratercula cirrhata) found in the North Pacific, known for its distinctive tufts of feathers behind its eyes and its brightly colored beak.

    ruТопорок

    • The tufted puffin is easily recognized by its white face and long yellow tufts.
    • We spotted a colony of tufted puffins nesting on the rocky cliffs.
    • Tufted puffins dive into the ocean to catch small fish and squid.