Least Concern
Northern Gannet
Morus bassanus
Northern gannets are large seabirds famous for dramatic plunge-dives into the ocean to catch fish.
Category
Bird
Habitat
Ocean
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
17-35 years
Size
84-100 cm
Scientific Name
Morus bassanus
About Northern Gannet
Northern gannets are large seabirds famous for dramatic plunge-dives into the ocean to catch fish.
It belongs to the Bird group and is commonly associated with ocean habitats with a carnivore diet, with a lifespan of 17-35 years, a size of 84-100 cm, a conservation status of Least Concern.
Fun Fact
A gannet can hit the water at high speed from heights of over 30 meters.
Where Northern Gannet Lives
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