Common murre

Commun murre is the largest species of Alcidae at the Biodôme, in addition to being the species that forms the largest colonies and ventures farthest offshore. In winter, these birds can be seen off the Newfoundland Grand Banks and the Labrador coast. It then spends 8 to 9 months at sea without returning to land.

The common murres can dive up to 100 m to catch fish. To pursue them, they use their short wings for propulsion.