A very small seabird with a chunky body, very short tail and neck, and a small stubby bill. The wings are short and narrow.
Relative Size
Larger than a Red-necked Phalarope, smaller than a Black Guillemot.
![Relative Size](/guide/images/size/scale.png)
![between robin and crow](/guide/images/size/btwn-robin-crow.png)
Measurements- Both Sexes
- Length: 7.5-9.1 in (19-23 cm)
- Weight: 4.7-7.2 oz (134-204 g)
- Wingspan: 15.0 in (38 cm)
- Length: 7.5-9.1 in (19-23 cm)
- Weight: 4.7-7.2 oz (134-204 g)
- Wingspan: 15.0 in (38 cm)