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Gannets

Order: Pelecaniformes Family: Sulidae  links: Gannets

Gannets are large seabirds that plunge-dive for fish and nest in large colonies. They have a torpedo-shaped body, long, narrow, pointed wings and a fairly long tail. There are about 10 species worldwide with 1 in Britain.

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Morus bassanus

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By: Keith Park Section: Wildlife Key:
Page Ref: gannets Topic: Birds  Last Updated: 03/2010
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