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Introduction
What the Northern Gannet Looks Like
Weight, Length, and Wingspan of the Northern Gannet
Pictures of the Northern Gannet
Feeding Behavior of the Northern Gannet
forages by diving headfirst into the ocean, often from a height of more than 100 feet.
Additionally hunts while swimming.
What the Northern Gannet Likes to Eat
The Northern Gannet feeds on the following:
- fish (herring, sand lance, cod, pollack, menhaden)
- squid
- scraps
- offal
Where To Find the Northern Gannet
You can find the Northern Gannet in the following habitats:
- Oceanic
- offshore
- cliffs and ledges of islands
- steep protected cliffs of mainland