Albatross Collection (page 11)

Young Wandering Albatross (Diomendea exulans) portrait on nest, Island of South Georgia

Wandering Albatross (Diomendea exulans) portrait, Island of South Georgia

Wandering Albatross (Diomendea exulans) landing on their breeding island with iceberg in background, Island of South Georgia

Two wandering albatross (Diomedea exulans) in courtship display
The hillside is covered with tussock, autumn, Prion Island, South Georgia

Two grey-headed albatross (Thalassarche chrysostoma) and chick in nest
They are on a tussock-covered bluff, summer, Elsehul, South Georgia

Illustration of Northern Royal Albatross (Diomedea sanfordi) in flight

Baby albatross on Epanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Colony of black-browed albatross (Thalassarche melanophris), Saunders Island, Falklands, South America

Colony of black-browed albatross mother feeding a chick (Thalassarche melanophris), Saunders Island, Falklands, South America

Black-browed albatross chick (Thalassarche melanophris), Saunders Island, Falklands, South America

Picture No. 11675702
Salvin's Albatross in flight through waves. Date:

Picture No. 11675990
Black-browed Albatross in flight. Date:

Picture No. 11675985
Salvin's Albatross in flight through waves. Date:

Picture No. 11675975
Grey-headed Albatross in flight with rocks in the background. Date:

Picture No. 11675945
Black-browed Albatross sitting on nest at colony. Date:

Picture No. 11675769
Southern Royal Albatross in flight at dusk. Date:

Picture No. 11675736
Southern Royal Albatross sitting on nest. Date:

Picture No. 11671922
Light-mantled Sooty Albatross adults on nest. Date:

Picture No. 11671905
Wandering Albatross chick portrait. Date:

Picture No. 11671904
Wandering Albatross chick side portrait. Date:

The Mariner gazes on the serpents in the ocean, scene from The Rime of the Ancient
XJF393843 The Mariner gazes on the serpents in the ocean, scene from The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by S.T. Coleridge, published by Harper & Brothers, New York, 1876 (wood engraving) by Dore

The dead sailors rise up and start to work the ropes of the ship so that it begins to move
XJF393845 The dead sailors rise up and start to work the ropes of the ship so that it begins to move, scene from The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by S.T

The Wandering Albatross

Albatross

Albatross, between 1860 and 1865, drawing on cream paper pencil, 10. 5 x 17. 6 cm. (sheet)
Albatross, between 1860 and 1865, drawing on cream paper pencil, 10.5 x 17.6 cm. (sheet), 1862-1865, by Alfred R Waud, 1828-1891, an american artist famous for his American Civil War sketches

Black-browed Albatross ( Thalassarche melanophris ) or Mollymawk, ritualized greeting ceremony and courtship display. South America, Falkland Islands, January

South America, Falkland Islands, Saunders Island. Black-browed albatrosses. Credit as: Cathy & Gordon Illg / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

A Bullers albatross (Thalassarche bulleri) with fishing line caught in its beak. Stewart Island, New Zealand

Waved Albatrosses or Galapagos Albatrosses -Phoebastria irrorata-, Isla Espanola, Galapagos Islands

Waved Albatross or Galapagos Albatross -Phoebastria irrorata- in flight, Isla Espanola, Galapagos Islands

Young Waved Albatross or Galapagos Albatross -Phoebastria irrorata-, Isla Espanola, Galapagos Islands

Black-browed Albatross or Black-browed Mollymawk -Thalassarche melanophris-, in flight, Westpoint Island, Falkland Islands, United Kingdom

Black-Browed Albatross (Diomedea Melanophris) Pair on Cliff

German Albatross
circa 1916: A captured German Albatross warplane. (Photo by V. M. Palmer/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

SS Albatross
July 1923: The General Steam Companys Ss Albatross, at dock in London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Picture No. 11066747
Gibson's Albatross in flight (Gibson's Albatross is sometimes regarded as a subspecies of the Wandering Albatross and by other authorities as a subspecies of the Antipodean Albatross)

Midway Atoll National Wildilfe Refuge, a Laysan Albatross (Phoebastria immutabilis) displaying

Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, a Laysan Albatross chick (Phoebastria immutabilis)

North America, Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, Midway Atoll. Black-footed Albatross

South America, Falkland Islands Black-browed albatross (Diomedea melanophris) close-up, yawning

Black-browed Albatross (Thalassarche melanophrys) Keppel Island. Off north coast
Black-browed Albatross (Thalassarche melanophrys), Keppel Island, off north coast of West Falkland, Falkland Islands. The birds returns to the same nest annually

Falkland Islands. Black-browed Albatross. (Diomedea melanophris)

Waved albatross (Phoebastria irrorata) pair in courtship ritual which they perfect over the years. Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

The majestic Wandering Albatross, with its impressive wingspan and striking black feathers at the end of its wings, is a sight to behold. Found in the remote Albatross Island in South Georgia, Antarctica, this magnificent bird captivates all who encounter it. Known for their elaborate courtship displays, these albatrosses engage in intricate dances and rituals to attract a mate. Their graceful movements and synchronized gestures create a mesmerizing spectacle that showcases their commitment to finding love. In literature, the albatross holds significant symbolism. In Samuel Taylor Coleridge's "Rime of the Ancient Mariner, " shooting an albatross brings upon a curse that haunts the mariner throughout his journey. This tale serves as a reminder of our responsibility towards nature and the consequences of our actions. Captured beautifully in Picture No. 12020740, we witness the Wandering Albatross soaring through the Antarctic region with effortless grace. Its flight embodies freedom and resilience amidst harsh conditions. Not limited to just one species or location, other types of albatrosses also leave their mark on history. The Black-browed Albatross found in Falkland Islands has become an iconic symbol of these remote islands' wildlife diversity. Even beyond birds, various objects have been named after this remarkable creature. From aircraft like Albatros D. V to ships such as de Havilland DH91 Albatross G-AFDI, they pay homage to its strength and elegance. Returning back to courtship behavior within these avian wonders; observing a pair preening each other during courtship on Albatross Island evokes feelings of tenderness and affection between mates. It reminds us that love exists even amidst harsh environments like Antarctica's southern ocean islands. Whether it be through literature or real-life encounters with these incredible creatures, there is no denying that albatrosses hold a special place in our hearts.