Appearance
The yellow bill plate grows before the breeding season and is shed later. They have a small fleshy black "horn" above their eyes. They have a white face with a dark line extending from the back of the eye and red feet.
Distribution
This species breeds on rocky islands off the coasts of Siberia, Alaska and British Columbia, in burrows, in rocky cavities or among rocks. It winters far out to sea. Feeding areas are usually located fairly far offshore from the nest. There is usually one chick and both parents feed the young.Status
The population of these birds has declined due to the introduction of rats onto some islands used for nesting.Food
Horned puffins will return from hunting with several small fish in their beaks. They also eat squid and crustaceans.References:
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