Fratercula corniculata is a seabird known by various synonyms, including the horned puffin, tufted puffin, and crested puffin. This bird species is found in the North Pacific Ocean and is easily identified by its colorful beak and striking physical appearance. Other synonyms for this bird include red-faced puffin, sea parrot, and matterhorn puffin. The fratercula corniculata is known for its unique nesting habits, typically found in underground burrows on rocky cliffs or on the side of steep hills. These birds can dive up to 200 feet in search of small fish and other prey, making them excellent scavengers of the ocean.