Gannet  (Morus bassanus)

Facts

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderPelecaniformes
FamilySulidae
GenusMorus (1)
SizeWingspan: 170-192 cm (2)
Length: 85-97 cm (2)
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Status

Receives general protection under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (3). Included in the Birds of Conservation Concern Amber List (medium conservation concern) (4).

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