Marbled murrelet

The Marbled Murrelet is a small seabird native to the Pacific coast of North America. Unlike most seabirds, it forages at sea but nests high in old-growth forests, laying eggs on large branches or mossy tree limbs. Its striking mottled brown and white plumage provides camouflage against predators. The bird feeds mainly on small fish and invertebrates, diving underwater to catch its food. Because it relies on specific forest habitats for nesting and faces threats from logging and habitat loss, the Marbled Murrelet is considered a vulnerable species, highlighting the importance of forest conservation efforts.