Sula Nebouxii Excisa Collection

Galapagos blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii excisa), North Seymour Island, Galapagos, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Blue-footed booby courtship (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Cevallos, Espaaa'ola
Blue-footed booby courtship (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Cevallos, Espanola or Hood Island Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. By far the least common of the three booby species in Galapagos

Blue-footed booby skypointing (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Suarez, Espaaa'ola
Blue-footed booby skypointing (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Suarez, Espanola or Hood Island Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Ecuador, Galapagos, North Seymour. Blue-footed booby (WILD: Sula nexbouxii excisa). (Large format sizes available)

Ecuador, Galapagos, Lobos Island. Nesting Blue-footed Booby (WILD: Sula nebouxii excisa) sitting on newborn chick. (Large format sizes available)

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Cevallos, Espanola or Hood Island Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. By far the least common of the three booby species in Galapagos

Feet of a blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii excisa). The blue feet of this seabird are used in courtship displays. There are several subspecies of blue-footed boobies

Great Frigatebird Trying to steal food as a Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii excisa) feeds its chick, Fernandina
AU-1642 Great Frigatebird - Trying to steal food as a Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii excisa) feeds its chick Fernandina / Narborough island. Galapagos Islands

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The Galapagos blue-footed booby, scientifically known as Sula nebouxii excisa, is a fascinating bird species found on North Seymour Island in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador, South America. This unique creature is not only visually striking but also holds significant ecological importance. As a resident of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Galapagos Islands, this blue-footed booby showcases its vibrant azure feet that have become synonymous with its name. These feet are not just for show; they play a crucial role during courtship rituals and mating displays. In Punta Cevallos and Punta Suarez on Espaaa'ola (Hood) Island, these birds engage in captivating courtship dances and sky-pointing behaviors to attract potential mates. Nesting activities can be observed on Lobos Island where these wild blue-footed boobies build their nests. The care they put into raising their young is evident as they dedicate themselves to providing a safe environment for their offspring. A close-up view of their distinctive blue feet reveals intricate details that make them even more enchanting. These specialized appendages are believed to be an indicator of overall health and reproductive fitness. The presence of the Galapagos blue-footed booby highlights the rich biodiversity found within Ecuador's Galapagos Islands. Its conservation status serves as a reminder of the need to protect this delicate ecosystem for future generations to appreciate and cherish. So next time you find yourself exploring North Seymour or any other island in the Galapagos archipelago, keep an eye out for these magnificent creatures with their mesmerizing blue feet – it's an experience you won't soon forget.