The identification differences between the two most common species of Auk seen around the British Isles, the Guillemot (Uria aalge) and Razorbill (Alca torda), aren’t always easy to appreciate at distance but when seen close up the key distinguishing features … Read More
Razorbills have been busy feeding on Sandeels and other small fish in Falmouth Bay in the last few days. This Razorbill appeared when we were scanning the oily calm waters for Basking Shark (Cetorhinus maximus) which disappointingly proved illusive once … Read More
Flocks of sea birds including Razorbill, Guillemot, Gannet, Cormorant, Shag and various Gull were feeding on shoals of fish on the sea beyond Godrevy Lighthouse. Insight: Razorbill (Alca torda), a member of the Auk family, is common around most of … Read More