*** About Atlantic Puffins: Atlantic puffins, scientifically known as Fratercula arctica, are small seabirds known for their colorful beaks and striking appearance. These birds breed on various North Atlantic coastlines, including Canada, Iceland, and parts of Europe. Puffin colonies on rocky islands are a spectacular sight during the breeding season when they come ashore to nest in burrows. Puffins are excellent flyers, capable of beating their wings up to 400 times per minute, and they can also dive up to 60 meters to hunt for fish. Despite their appearance often leading them to be nicknamed "clowns of the sea," puffins are hardy survivors, facing threats like habitat loss and climate change. Conservation efforts in their habitats are crucial in preserving their populations for generations to enjoy.

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