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Left Tarsometatarsus (Left Fused Element Consisting of Ankle and Middle Foot Bones) of the Atlantic Puffin Fratercula arctica (MCZ 346006)

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Phylogenic Position
Aves - Neognathae - Charadriiformes - Alcidae - Fratercula - Fratercula arctica
Species Description
The Atlantic Puffin, Fratercula arctica, is a member of the auk family. It is typically 10-11 inches in length, and has a 19-25 inch wingspan. It inhabits rocky places, cliffs, the open sea, or rocky or sandy seashore. This bird is stout with a large head and a massive bill. The Atlantic Puffin flies strongly and swims underwater, chasing fish, particularly sand eels. It then packs these eels crosswise in its bill to carry them to the young. It primarily dives for fish, but also eats squid and crustaceans. The Atlantic Puffin is sexually mature at age 4; this species is monogamous. During the breeding season, it had a brightly colored bill. This is the only puffin species found in the Atlantic Ocean. It is frequently known as the “clown of the ocean,” due to its colorful bill.
Specimen Information
Species	Fratercula arctica (Atlantic Puffin)
Element	Left Tarsometatarsus (Left Fused Element Consisting of Ankle and Middle Foot Bones)
Specimen Number	MCZ 346006
Sex	Male
Location	Canada, New Brunswick
Geological Age	Recent
Technical Information
Scanner	Roland Picza
Resolution	100 µm
Number of Data Points	22996
Number of Data Polygons	11500
Date Scanned	January 10, 2012
Scan Technician	Maggie Johnson
Edited By	Maggie Johnson
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Other Fratercula arctica (Atlantic Puffin) Elements
Specimen	Element
MCZ 346006	Mandible (Jawbone )
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