The occurrence, size, and composition of Razorbill nest structures. (Short Communications).(Statistical Data Included): An article from: Wilson Bulletin
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Author(s)J. Mark Hipfner, Johanne Dussureault
PublisherWilson Ornithological Society
ISBN / ASINB0008IPBVW
ISBN-13978B0008IPBV8
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From the author: We measured the occurrence, size, and composition of Razorbill (Alca torda) nest structures at the Gannet Islands, Labrador, Canada. More Razorbill pairs nested in enclosed crevices than on open-topped ledges, and in both habitats the majority laid their single eggs on nest structures built at the breeding site (70% overall). Most nests were composed entirely of pebbles, but many also had vegetation in the structure. On average, Razorbill nest structures included about 40 pebbles and weighed 100-150 g. These nest structures probably serve two main functions: first, they reduce the risk of accidental egg loss, and second, they allow water to drain from under the egg, keeping it dry. We conclude that Razorbills have a strong nest-building tendency, a drive that often has been overlooked.
Citation Details
Title: The occurrence, size, and composition of Razorbill nest structures. (Short Communications).(Statistical Data Included)
Author: J. Mark Hipfner
Publication:Wilson Bulletin (Refereed)
Date: December 1, 2001
Publisher: Wilson Ornithological Society
Volume: 113 Issue: 4 Page: 445(4)
Article Type: Statistical Data Included
Distributed by Thomson Gale
From the author: We measured the occurrence, size, and composition of Razorbill (Alca torda) nest structures at the Gannet Islands, Labrador, Canada. More Razorbill pairs nested in enclosed crevices than on open-topped ledges, and in both habitats the majority laid their single eggs on nest structures built at the breeding site (70% overall). Most nests were composed entirely of pebbles, but many also had vegetation in the structure. On average, Razorbill nest structures included about 40 pebbles and weighed 100-150 g. These nest structures probably serve two main functions: first, they reduce the risk of accidental egg loss, and second, they allow water to drain from under the egg, keeping it dry. We conclude that Razorbills have a strong nest-building tendency, a drive that often has been overlooked.
Citation Details
Title: The occurrence, size, and composition of Razorbill nest structures. (Short Communications).(Statistical Data Included)
Author: J. Mark Hipfner
Publication:Wilson Bulletin (Refereed)
Date: December 1, 2001
Publisher: Wilson Ornithological Society
Volume: 113 Issue: 4 Page: 445(4)
Article Type: Statistical Data Included
Distributed by Thomson Gale
