Guillemot  (Uria aalge)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Authentication

Information authenticated by the RSPB:
http://www.rspb.org.uk/

References

  1. Animal Diversity Web (July 2002): http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/accounts/uria/u._aalge$narrative.html
  2. Batten, L.A., Bibby, C.J., Clement, P., Elliot, G.D. and Porter, R.F. (1990) Red Data Birds in Britain. T & A Poyser, London.
  3. RSPB (2003) The population status of birds in the UK http://www.rspb.org.uk/Images/5_20625.pdf
  4. Mullarney, K., Svensson, L., Zetterstrom, D., & Grant, P.J. (1999) Collins Bird Guide. HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, London.
  5. Greenoak, F. (1979) All the birds of the air; the names, lore and literature of British birds. Book Club Associates, London.
  6. Hume, R. and Pearson, B. (1993) Seabirds. Hamlyn Ltd, London.
  7. Lack, P. (1986) The Atlas of Wintering Birds in Britain and Ireland. T. & A. D. Poyser Ltd, Calton.
  8. RSPB (2003) Pers. comm.
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