Puffins

The book "Puffins" by Susan E. Quinlan is a nonfiction title for middle-grade readers that explores the biology and ecology of puffins. It describes the different species of puffins, their distinctive colorful beaks, plumage, and physical adaptations for swimming and flying. The text examines their behavior, feeding habits, breeding cycle, and nesting habitats on coastal cliffs and islands. Additionally, the book outlines the threats to puffin populations and the conservation efforts underway to protect these seabirds.