Auks
Black Guillemot
Also known as the sea pigeon, tystie and greenland dove, this medium-sized bird has two very different plumages.
Skuas
Arctic Skua
The Arctic Skua, also known as the Parasitic Jaeger, is a medium-sized seabird well known for its aggressive nature.
Owls
Barn Owl
The most widespread owl species, Barn Owls occur as 32 subspecies on every continent except Antarctica.
Gulls and terns
Arctic Tern
Avian athletes that travel pole to pole.
Ducks, geese and swans
Barnacle Goose
A highly sociable and unmistakable member of the goose family, often seen and heard flying in long, noisy packs and lines.
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