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Nazca booby (Sula granti), pair billing on coastal cliff in evening light. Wolf Island, Galapagos
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Nazca booby (Sula granti), pair billing on coastal cliff in evening light. Wolf Island, Galapagos
Nazca booby (Sula granti), pair billing on coastal cliff in evening light. Wolf Island, Galapagos. August 2016
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Love is in the Air! Nazca Booby Couple Shows Off Their Bill-ing Skills on Galapagos Cliff
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. In this enchanting evening light, a pair of Nazca boobies steal the show with their adorable courtship display. Perched on a coastal cliff at Wolf Island, Galapagos, these lovebirds engage in a captivating billing ritual that would make any human couple jealous. With feathers ruffled and wings spread wide, the male booby leans towards his partner as if whispering sweet nothings into her ear. The female reciprocates by gently touching her beak to his, creating an intimate moment against the backdrop of crashing waves and rugged rocks. Their synchronized dance showcases not only their affection but also their impeccable balance. These seabirds have mastered the art of courtship on precarious cliffs, proving that love truly knows no bounds – even for creatures who call the wild Pacific Ocean their home. As part of an extraordinary biodiversity hotspot and UNESCO World Heritage Site, these two animals remind us of nature's wonders and its ability to inspire awe. Captured beautifully by Tui De Roy's lens in August 2016, this print immortalizes a timeless moment between two Nazca boobies – a testament to both animal behavior and the breathtaking beauty found within our natural world.
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