The tufted puffin (Fratercula cirrhata), also known as crested puffin, is a relatively abundant medium-sized pelagic seabird in the auk family (Alcidae) found throughout the North Pacific Ocean.

Red-rimmed eyes and an immense red bill offset a bright white face. In the nonbreeding season, they have a gray face, only a hint of plumes, and an orange-and-gray bill. Most of the year they live at …

This dark-bodied puffin is common along the northern Pacific Coast, nesting on islands offshore, where it may be seen sitting on rocks in an upright posture. Although it flies strongly, it must work hard to …

The tufted puffin nests in burrows or tunnels on inaccessible rocky cliffs and offshore islands. You'll find it in dense, large colonies during the breeding season in the spring and summer.

The largest puffin, this chunky seabird has an entirely black body, white face, and fetching tuft of yellowish feathers curling around its nape. Thick orange bill and orange feet. Nonbreeding and young …

Sep 27, 2025 · Explore the majestic Tufted Puffin (Fratercula cirrhata). Our guide covers their distinctive features, North Pacific habitat, behavior, and conservation efforts.

Jul 26, 2007 · Tufted puffins are highly social, fishing and traveling in groups of 2-20 birds and nesting in large colonies. They are competent fliers once they become airborne, but take-offs and landings are …