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Miranda Krestovnikoff presents the story and sound of the puffin.

Tweet of the Day is a series of fascinating stories about our British birds inspired by their calls and songs.

Miranda Krestovnikoff presents the Puffin. Far better-known for its comical looks than its calls, the puffin is a bird that that is recognised by many and has earned the nickname "sea-parrot" or "clown of the sea".

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Mon 25 Apr 2022 05:58

Puffin (Fratercula arctica)

Image courtesy of RSPB

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  • Wed 5 Jun 2013 05:58
  • Wed 21 May 2014 05:58
  • Sun 25 May 2014 08:58
  • Mon 25 Apr 2016 05:58
  • Sun 1 May 2016 08:58
  • Mon 24 Apr 2017 05:58
  • Sun 30 Apr 2017 08:58
  • Fri 27 Apr 2018 05:58
  • Mon 14 Oct 2019 05:58
  • Wed 6 Jan 2021 05:58
  • Mon 25 Apr 2022 05:58

Podcast: Planet Puffin

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