Shearwater

usgb/ˈʃɪrwɔːtər/
noun

A type of sea bird that is usually seen flying low over the waters of the sea or ocean.

Shearwaters are known for their long, narrow wings and their skill to fly for long distances.
Visual representation of "shearwater" - A type of sea bird that is usually seen flying low over the waters of the sea or ocean.

Often appears as...

  • manx shearwater
  • wedge-tailed shearwater
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Sea Association

Shearwater is strongly associated with the marine environment, rarely seen inland.

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During the coastal trip, we spotted a flock of shearwaters skimming the waves.
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Migration Behavior

Shearwaters migrate long distances, so they may appear seasonally in certain regions.

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The shearwaters return to these cliffs each summer to breed.
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Unique Flight

Shearwaters have a distinctive gliding flight close to water, which can help in identification.

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Look at that shearwater shearing through the wind just above the sea's surface.
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