It has a thick black beak which is deep and blunt, unlike the thinner bill of the similar guillemot. It breeds around the coast of the UK, with the largest colonies in northern Scotland. There are none breeding between the Humber and the Isle of Wight. Birds only come to shore to breed, and winter in the northern Atlantic. The future of this species is linked to the health of the marine environment. Fishing nets, pollution and declining fish stocks all threaten the razorbill.
The razorbill is a medium-sized seabird. It is black above and white below.
Discover more about the Razorbill
When to see
Although they can be seen all year round, during breeding season, they are better seen around the North coast of Scotland, on cliffs.
Where to see
The coasts of Sutherland and Aberdeenshire are good viewing spots of breeding Razorbills
Did you know?
It has the largest colonies of any of our seabirds.
When to see
Although they can be seen all year round, during breeding season, they are better seen around the North coast of Scotland, on cliffs.
Where to see
The coasts of Sutherland and Aberdeenshire are good viewing spots of breeding Razorbills
Did you know?
It has the largest colonies of any of our seabirds.
When to see
Although they can be seen all year round, during breeding season, they are better seen around the North coast of Scotland, on cliffs.
Where to see
The coasts of Sutherland and Aberdeenshire are good viewing spots of breeding Razorbills
Did you know?
It has the largest colonies of any of our seabirds.
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