Wandering Albatross

[Roaring 40s]

Taken in the Southern Ocean south of Australia, this species has a wingspan up to 3.5m, the largest of any bird.

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The scalloping in the white plumage indicates a younger bird:

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Feeding on a fish frame thrown out by the ship's crew. In the background is a Shy Albatross (imm.) I think.

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[NorthernFocus]

Only ever seen these from long range. Big birds to be sure.

 

[Ralph]

Taken in the Southern Ocean south of Australia, this species has a wingspan up to 3.5m, the largest of any bird.

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The scalloping in the white plumage indicates a younger bird:

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Feeding on a fish frame thrown out by the ship's crew. In the background is a Shy Albatross (imm.) I think.

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Really like #2. Great shots!

 

[Tadzio]

Beautiful captures!

 

[Roaring 40s]

Thanks folks

 

[Yellowboard]

Awesome! Great to be able to get up close to these birds in the wild...