Polar razorbill (SciiFii)

The polar razorbill (Alca arctos), also known as the Arctic razorbill and the white razorbill, is a species of razorbill (Alca), most closely related to the Atlantic razorbill (Alca torda), that originally did not exist, but has since been created by SciiFii and introduced throughout the Arctic to help boost biodiversity. The polar razorbill is one of the largest members of the razorbill genus, growing to be about 49-51 centimeters (19-20 inches) and weighing between 890 and 960 grams (31 1⁄2 to 33 3/4 oz). Unlike most razorbills, the polar razorbill is predominantly white in color with slate-grey blotches and black wing tips. The male and female are identical in plumage; however, males are generally larger than females. This agile bird, which is capable of both flight and diving, has a predominantly aquatic lifestyle and only comes to land in order to breed. It is monogamous, choosing one partner for life. Females lay one egg per year. Razorbills nest along coastal cliffs in enclosed or slightly exposed crevices. The parents spend equal amounts of time incubating, and once the chick has hatched, they take turns foraging for their young. The conservation status of the polar razorbill is Near Threatened due to some habitat loss, however, thanks to the conservationists, the polar razorbill is a protected species.
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