Guillemot in non-breeding plumage, Poole Harbour

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Guillemot in non-breeding plumage, Poole Harbour - Guillemot
Poole Harbour, Dorset (December 2011)

Also known as Common Murre. Pictures of this bird species in breeding plumage taken in Alaska can be viewed here.

Taken following a Dorset Wildlife Trust trip to Brownsea Island after disembarking from the boat at about 3:40 pm. This bird was spotted diving close to Poole Quay.

Status is classified as Least Concern. Also known as Common Murre. For more information on this bird species see the following links:
Common murre (Uria aalge) / Wikipedia
Common Murre / Bird Forum
BirdLife International / Common Murre Uria aalge

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