Northern Gannet - (Morus bassanus) - formerly Sula bassana a majestic sea bird with a wingspan of up to 180 centimeters. Z Staying along the coast rather than on the high seas. Flight above the surface looking for their food, which consists of cephalopods and fish. When it finds its prey so it plunges to a height of 10 to 40 meters. Immersed up to 15 meters. Draft usually lasts for twenty seconds. Air sacs on the neck and chest and especially the formation of a skull with cavities filled with air absorbs the strong impact from great heights when hunting. Northern Gannet has a snowy white plumage with black wing tips and a touch of cream on the head. They live in colonies on cliffs and islands where there is distress thousands. Pairs remain together for life. Nest in the same places. Endure one egg and both parents had warmed up to 45 days. The method of heating is unique. Eggs and then heated strongly chick prokrvenými floating membrane.

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