Gannets [Morus]

Description

Morus is a genus of seabirds known as gannets. These birds are large, with long, pointed wings and a robust body. They are renowned for their dramatic plunge dives into the ocean to catch fish. Gannets are colonial breeders on islands and coasts, and they are known for their tightly packed nesting sites. Members of this genus are characterized by their white plumage with black wingtips, a distinctive yellowish or buff-colored head, and a strong, pointed beak. They primarily inhabit temperate and subtropical waters of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

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