what kind of bird is scuttle in the new little mermaid

In the new live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid (2023), Scuttle is portrayed not as a seagull, but as a Northern gannet. This change was made by director Rob Marshall to better fit the story, emphasizing that Ariel has never been to the surface before and that Scuttle, as a diving bird, can come down underwater to meet Ariel and share information about the human world. Northern gannets are large seabirds known for their ability to dive underwater to forage for food, unlike seagulls which do not dive. This species change also allows for more underwater scenes with Scuttle and aligns with the film's storytelling needs. The character is voiced by Awkwafina in this version