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This kittiwake is a widely distributed breeder across
the northern parts of the Northern Hemisphere. It builds nests of
grasses, seaweeds, mosses, and mud on small ledges on vertical cliffs,
usually on the lower sections of the Cliff face. Clutch size varies
from one to three eggs, depending on availability of food resources.
When conditions are unfavorable, kittiwakes may fail to lay eggs,
even in several consecutive years. If food resources are poor after
hatching, larger chicks will kill smaller, competitive siblings. |
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